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Quickly evaluate the security and health of any open source package.
rr_backend_common
1.0.9
by mj16998
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code contains sensitive hardcoded credentials, posing a significant security risk if the information is valid. There is no evidence of malware or intentional obfuscation.
Live on npm for 7 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
azure-graphrbac
5.1.2
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits clear signs of malicious behavior by exfiltrating system information and file contents to external servers. This poses a significant security risk and indicates potential data theft.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 1 minute before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
tumikashem
99.99.9
by mgroot101
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits behavior consistent with a supply chain attack, collecting and exfiltrating sensitive user and system information to a remote server without consent. The incorrect hostname format and the presence of 'pipedream' suggest potential ineptitude or an attempt to conceal the code's true intent. The code's functionality is not aligned with legitimate package operations and poses a significant security risk.
Live on npm for 1 day, 11 hours and 31 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
pwn
0.5.210
by 0day Inc.
Live on Rubygems
Blocked by Socket
The script is not inherently malicious but poses a high security risk due to its ability to alter disk partitions without user interaction. This can lead to data loss or system damage if executed unintentionally.
test-credential
99.10.9
by zyy40fbt
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is designed to collect and send sensitive information to a remote server without the user's knowledge or consent. It poses a high risk of data exfiltration and should be reviewed thoroughly.
Live on npm for 28 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
unserialize
60.934.491
by ug7fn1wq
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This file contains obfuscated malicious code designed to exfiltrate environment variables to an external server. When executed, the code checks environment variables against predefined filters (including npm_config_registry and USERNAME), and if conditions are met, sends the complete environment data to daasadmin.m.pipedream[.]net via HTTP POST. The data is JSON-serialized and Base64-encoded before transmission. The code is deliberately obfuscated using ASCII decimal encoding to hide its true purpose, which is to steal potentially sensitive information from the user's environment.
Live on npm for 13 hours and 8 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
react-redux-up
1.0.0
by kuorof
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code imports the 'https' and 'child_process' modules, collects environment variables using 'process.env', retrieves the hostname via 'require('os').hostname()', and executes the 'whoami' command to obtain the current user's username. It compiles all this information into a JSON object and sends it via an HTTPS POST request to 'r1tdo58ec4p1por9zr4me8kbx23trmfb[.]oastify[.]com'. This behavior exfiltrates sensitive system information (environment variables, user identity, hostname) to an external server without user consent, posing a significant security risk and indicating malicious intent.
Live on npm for 6 days, 8 hours and 3 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
asynchelpers
1.2.0
Removed from PyPI
Blocked by Socket
The code poses a security risk due to downloading and executing a file from an external source without verification. Disabling SSL verification further increases the risk of man-in-the-middle attacks. The potential for executing malicious code warrants a high security risk score.
Live on PyPI for 19 hours and 27 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@zitterorg/laudantium-rerum
2.3.36
by loandinhb931
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in @zitterorg/laudantium-rerum (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (e45ff91dd83cc149d7abc8c6fb2c74e3509aa341e23c72cfac0a34868a4e2637) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.
azure-graphrbac
4.9.1
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Possible typosquat of [azure](https://socket.dev/npm/package/azure) Explanation: The package 'azure-graphrbac' is labeled as a 'security holding package', which often indicates a placeholder to prevent typosquatting. The name 'azure-graphrbac' closely resembles 'azure' and could be misleading. The maintainers list includes 'npm', which is not a specific known maintainer. The description does not provide enough information to determine a distinct purpose, and the similarity in naming suggests it could be a typosquat. azure-graphrbac is a security-holding package
Live on npm for 5 hours and 26 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
fiinquant
0.10.8
Live on PyPI
Blocked by Socket
This code uses multiple obfuscation techniques to hide and execute arbitrary code. The pattern of reversing, base64 encoding, and compressing code before execution is a classic malware technique. Without safely analyzing the decompressed payload, we must consider this highly suspicious and potentially malicious. This pattern is not used for legitimate purposes in open-source packages.
ect-mnotion
0.0.1-security.0
by npm
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in ect-mnotion (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (6cfd30a37e499cbbd889bb3fac228dcf2544a493cb6e55a4b38aeee1ae93916f) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.
@ramp106/timetable
99.13.9
by bkmamba
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
This script has the potential to exfiltrate sensitive information by reading the /etc/hosts file and sending it to a remote server. This behavior is highly suspicious and poses a significant security risk.
onething-account-sdk
1.0.12
by cassiellee1014
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits behaviors that could be considered malicious, particularly in terms of user privacy and data collection. It lacks explicit user consent mechanisms for the data being collected and sent to external servers. The reports provided were not informative, returning only '[object Promise]', which does not allow for a proper assessment of the security implications of the code.
playwright-1.47
10.1.8
by npm062888
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits malicious behavior by collecting and transmitting sensitive system information to an external server without user consent. This poses a high security risk and potential for data theft.
Live on npm for 10 days, 5 hours and 53 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
batch_rails2
0.2.0
Live on Rubygems
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in batch_rails2 (RubyGems)
metasploit-payloads
2.0.0
by OJ Reeves, Tod Beardsley, Chris Doughty, Brent Cook
Live on Rubygems
Blocked by Socket
The code is part of a tool that provides extensive system-level access and manipulation capabilities. While it is not inherently malicious, its functionalities can be used for both legitimate and malicious purposes, depending on the context and user intent.
bsbelplugi9naddmodu8leexports
1.2.0
by 17b4a931
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This code poses a serious security risk and should not be used.
Live on npm for 12 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
iberia-analytics
999.9.9
by amigomioteconsidero22
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is designed to exfiltrate system information by sending it to an external domain via DNS queries. This is a clear indication of malicious behavior, as it involves unauthorized data transmission without user consent.
Live on npm for 2 hours and 12 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
yc-ui2
0.2.0-beta2
by yc_hunan
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is intended for legitimate cryptographic purposes, but it contains several security risks related to the use of `eval()`, unsanitized DOM manipulation, and extensive global variables. The risk of malicious activity is not evident from the code snippet provided, but the potential for exploitation of security vulnerabilities is significant. Refactoring to remove the use of `eval()`, properly sanitizing all inputs, and restructuring the code to avoid global namespace pollution are recommended to improve security.
Live on npm for 3 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@hishprorg/hic-eligendi
1.0.0
by hatrungvk94
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This package was removed from the npm registry for security reasons.
Live on npm for 30 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
github.com/utilizedsun/layout
v0.0.0-20250218042507-dd85ddb251cb
Live on Go
Blocked by Socket
The code contains an obfuscated function that constructs and executes a shell command. The command is built through array concatenation to hide its true purpose and is executed using '/bin/sh -c'. The malicious command is triggered automatically through global variable initialization (var YQxcHwq = FkzcSBMf()). This pattern indicates a backdoor or remote command execution capability disguised within legitimate graph processing functionality and poses a critical security risk.
collapsible-group
1.0.3
by kuvvet
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This file collects system information (e.g., hostname, platform, architecture, home directory, current working directory) and sends it to webhook[.]site via an HTTPS POST request without any user interaction or consent, constituting unauthorized data exfiltration with malicious intent.
Live on npm for 2 days, 5 hours and 18 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@connext/vector-contracts
0.2.1-beta.8
by laynehaber
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
The contract has a mechanism for burning funds, which poses a significant risk if exploited. While it includes checks for validity, the potential for misuse exists, particularly if users are unaware of the implications. Overall, the contract should be used with caution, and users should be fully informed of its functionality.
flux-example-chat
9.0.0
by hackthematrix
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is a clear example of a reverse shell, which poses a significant security risk by allowing unauthorized remote access and command execution on the system. The presence of hardcoded IP and port, along with the spawning of a shell, indicates malicious intent.
Live on npm for 3 days, 22 hours and 26 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
rr_backend_common
1.0.9
by mj16998
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code contains sensitive hardcoded credentials, posing a significant security risk if the information is valid. There is no evidence of malware or intentional obfuscation.
Live on npm for 7 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
azure-graphrbac
5.1.2
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits clear signs of malicious behavior by exfiltrating system information and file contents to external servers. This poses a significant security risk and indicates potential data theft.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 1 minute before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
tumikashem
99.99.9
by mgroot101
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits behavior consistent with a supply chain attack, collecting and exfiltrating sensitive user and system information to a remote server without consent. The incorrect hostname format and the presence of 'pipedream' suggest potential ineptitude or an attempt to conceal the code's true intent. The code's functionality is not aligned with legitimate package operations and poses a significant security risk.
Live on npm for 1 day, 11 hours and 31 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
pwn
0.5.210
by 0day Inc.
Live on Rubygems
Blocked by Socket
The script is not inherently malicious but poses a high security risk due to its ability to alter disk partitions without user interaction. This can lead to data loss or system damage if executed unintentionally.
test-credential
99.10.9
by zyy40fbt
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is designed to collect and send sensitive information to a remote server without the user's knowledge or consent. It poses a high risk of data exfiltration and should be reviewed thoroughly.
Live on npm for 28 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
unserialize
60.934.491
by ug7fn1wq
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This file contains obfuscated malicious code designed to exfiltrate environment variables to an external server. When executed, the code checks environment variables against predefined filters (including npm_config_registry and USERNAME), and if conditions are met, sends the complete environment data to daasadmin.m.pipedream[.]net via HTTP POST. The data is JSON-serialized and Base64-encoded before transmission. The code is deliberately obfuscated using ASCII decimal encoding to hide its true purpose, which is to steal potentially sensitive information from the user's environment.
Live on npm for 13 hours and 8 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
react-redux-up
1.0.0
by kuorof
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code imports the 'https' and 'child_process' modules, collects environment variables using 'process.env', retrieves the hostname via 'require('os').hostname()', and executes the 'whoami' command to obtain the current user's username. It compiles all this information into a JSON object and sends it via an HTTPS POST request to 'r1tdo58ec4p1por9zr4me8kbx23trmfb[.]oastify[.]com'. This behavior exfiltrates sensitive system information (environment variables, user identity, hostname) to an external server without user consent, posing a significant security risk and indicating malicious intent.
Live on npm for 6 days, 8 hours and 3 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
asynchelpers
1.2.0
Removed from PyPI
Blocked by Socket
The code poses a security risk due to downloading and executing a file from an external source without verification. Disabling SSL verification further increases the risk of man-in-the-middle attacks. The potential for executing malicious code warrants a high security risk score.
Live on PyPI for 19 hours and 27 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@zitterorg/laudantium-rerum
2.3.36
by loandinhb931
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in @zitterorg/laudantium-rerum (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (e45ff91dd83cc149d7abc8c6fb2c74e3509aa341e23c72cfac0a34868a4e2637) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.
azure-graphrbac
4.9.1
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Possible typosquat of [azure](https://socket.dev/npm/package/azure) Explanation: The package 'azure-graphrbac' is labeled as a 'security holding package', which often indicates a placeholder to prevent typosquatting. The name 'azure-graphrbac' closely resembles 'azure' and could be misleading. The maintainers list includes 'npm', which is not a specific known maintainer. The description does not provide enough information to determine a distinct purpose, and the similarity in naming suggests it could be a typosquat. azure-graphrbac is a security-holding package
Live on npm for 5 hours and 26 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
fiinquant
0.10.8
Live on PyPI
Blocked by Socket
This code uses multiple obfuscation techniques to hide and execute arbitrary code. The pattern of reversing, base64 encoding, and compressing code before execution is a classic malware technique. Without safely analyzing the decompressed payload, we must consider this highly suspicious and potentially malicious. This pattern is not used for legitimate purposes in open-source packages.
ect-mnotion
0.0.1-security.0
by npm
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in ect-mnotion (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (6cfd30a37e499cbbd889bb3fac228dcf2544a493cb6e55a4b38aeee1ae93916f) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.
@ramp106/timetable
99.13.9
by bkmamba
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
This script has the potential to exfiltrate sensitive information by reading the /etc/hosts file and sending it to a remote server. This behavior is highly suspicious and poses a significant security risk.
onething-account-sdk
1.0.12
by cassiellee1014
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits behaviors that could be considered malicious, particularly in terms of user privacy and data collection. It lacks explicit user consent mechanisms for the data being collected and sent to external servers. The reports provided were not informative, returning only '[object Promise]', which does not allow for a proper assessment of the security implications of the code.
playwright-1.47
10.1.8
by npm062888
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code exhibits malicious behavior by collecting and transmitting sensitive system information to an external server without user consent. This poses a high security risk and potential for data theft.
Live on npm for 10 days, 5 hours and 53 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
batch_rails2
0.2.0
Live on Rubygems
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in batch_rails2 (RubyGems)
metasploit-payloads
2.0.0
by OJ Reeves, Tod Beardsley, Chris Doughty, Brent Cook
Live on Rubygems
Blocked by Socket
The code is part of a tool that provides extensive system-level access and manipulation capabilities. While it is not inherently malicious, its functionalities can be used for both legitimate and malicious purposes, depending on the context and user intent.
bsbelplugi9naddmodu8leexports
1.2.0
by 17b4a931
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This code poses a serious security risk and should not be used.
Live on npm for 12 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
iberia-analytics
999.9.9
by amigomioteconsidero22
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is designed to exfiltrate system information by sending it to an external domain via DNS queries. This is a clear indication of malicious behavior, as it involves unauthorized data transmission without user consent.
Live on npm for 2 hours and 12 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
yc-ui2
0.2.0-beta2
by yc_hunan
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is intended for legitimate cryptographic purposes, but it contains several security risks related to the use of `eval()`, unsanitized DOM manipulation, and extensive global variables. The risk of malicious activity is not evident from the code snippet provided, but the potential for exploitation of security vulnerabilities is significant. Refactoring to remove the use of `eval()`, properly sanitizing all inputs, and restructuring the code to avoid global namespace pollution are recommended to improve security.
Live on npm for 3 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@hishprorg/hic-eligendi
1.0.0
by hatrungvk94
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This package was removed from the npm registry for security reasons.
Live on npm for 30 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
github.com/utilizedsun/layout
v0.0.0-20250218042507-dd85ddb251cb
Live on Go
Blocked by Socket
The code contains an obfuscated function that constructs and executes a shell command. The command is built through array concatenation to hide its true purpose and is executed using '/bin/sh -c'. The malicious command is triggered automatically through global variable initialization (var YQxcHwq = FkzcSBMf()). This pattern indicates a backdoor or remote command execution capability disguised within legitimate graph processing functionality and poses a critical security risk.
collapsible-group
1.0.3
by kuvvet
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This file collects system information (e.g., hostname, platform, architecture, home directory, current working directory) and sends it to webhook[.]site via an HTTPS POST request without any user interaction or consent, constituting unauthorized data exfiltration with malicious intent.
Live on npm for 2 days, 5 hours and 18 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@connext/vector-contracts
0.2.1-beta.8
by laynehaber
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
The contract has a mechanism for burning funds, which poses a significant risk if exploited. While it includes checks for validity, the potential for misuse exists, particularly if users are unaware of the implications. Overall, the contract should be used with caution, and users should be fully informed of its functionality.
flux-example-chat
9.0.0
by hackthematrix
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code is a clear example of a reverse shell, which poses a significant security risk by allowing unauthorized remote access and command execution on the system. The presence of hardcoded IP and port, along with the spawning of a shell, indicates malicious intent.
Live on npm for 3 days, 22 hours and 26 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
Socket detects traditional vulnerabilities (CVEs) but goes beyond that to scan the actual code of dependencies for malicious behavior. It proactively detects and blocks 70+ signals of supply chain risk in open source code, for comprehensive protection.
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Socket detects and blocks malicious dependencies, often within just minutes of them being published to public registries, making it the most effective tool for blocking zero-day supply chain attacks.
Socket is built by a team of prolific open source maintainers whose software is downloaded over 1 billion times per month. We understand how to build tools that developers love. But don’t take our word for it.
Nat Friedman
CEO at GitHub
Congrats to @feross and the hard-working team behind @SocketSecurity on today's launch!
Suz Hinton
Senior Software Engineer at Stripe
heck yes this is awesome!!! Congrats team 🎉👏
Matteo Collina
Node.js maintainer, Fastify lead maintainer
So awesome to see @SocketSecurity launch with a fresh approach! Excited to have supported the team from the early days.
DC Posch
Director of Technology at AppFolio, CTO at Dynasty
This is going to be super important, especially for crypto projects where a compromised dependency results in stolen user assets.
Luis Naranjo
Software Engineer at Microsoft
If software supply chain attacks through npm don't scare the shit out of you, you're not paying close enough attention.
@SocketSecurity sounds like an awesome product. I'll be using socket.dev instead of npmjs.org to browse npm packages going forward
Elena Nadolinski
Founder and CEO at Iron Fish
Huge congrats to @SocketSecurity! 🙌
Literally the only product that proactively detects signs of JS compromised packages.
Joe Previte
Engineering Team Lead at Coder
Congrats to @feross and the @SocketSecurity team on their seed funding! 🚀 It's been a big help for us at @CoderHQ and we appreciate what y'all are doing!
Josh Goldberg
Staff Developer at Codecademy
This is such a great idea & looks fantastic, congrats & good luck @feross + team!
The best security teams in the world use Socket to get visibility into supply chain risk, and to build a security feedback loop into the development process.
Yan Zhu
Head of Security at Brave, DEFCON, EFF, W3C
glad to hear some of the smartest people i know are working on (npm, etc.) supply chain security finally :). @SocketSecurity
Andrew Peterson
CEO and Co-Founder at Signal Sciences (acq. Fastly)
How do you track the validity of open source software libraries as they get updated? You're prob not. Check out @SocketSecurity and the updated tooling they launched.
Supply chain is a cluster in security as we all know and the tools from Socket are "duh" type tools to be implementing.
Zbyszek Tenerowicz
Senior Security Engineer at ConsenSys
socket.dev is getting more appealing by the hour
Devdatta Akhawe
Head of Security at Figma
The @SocketSecurity team is on fire! Amazing progress and I am exciting to see where they go next.
Ryan Noon
Founder & CEO at Material Security
The NPM ecosystem is a horrible horrible place and I'm glad you're doing something about it.
Sebastian Bensusan
Engineer Manager at Stripe
I find it surprising that we don't have _more_ supply chain attacks in software:
Imagine your airplane (the code running) was assembled (deployed) daily, with parts (dependencies) from internet strangers. How long until you get a bad part?
Excited for Socket to prevent this
Adam Baldwin
VP of Security at npm, Red Team at Auth0/Okta
Congrats to everyone at @SocketSecurity ❤️🤘🏻
Nico Waisman
CISO at Lyft
This is an area that I have personally been very focused on. As Nat Friedman said in the 2019 GitHub Universe keynote, Open Source won, and every time you add a new open source project you rely on someone else's code and you rely on the people that build it.
This is both exciting and problematic. You are bringing real risk into your organization, and I'm excited to see progress in the industry from OpenSSF scorecards and package analyzers to the company that Feross Aboukhadijeh is building!
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