Quickly evaluate the security and health of any open source package.
dep_test_for_mal
3.3.0
by tal_appsec
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code decodes and executes a base64-encoded binary file which is loaded directly into memory and executed without user consent or validation. The binary is first written to the user's Desktop as 'decoded-file.bin', renamed to 'decoded-file.exe', and then executed. This behavior is indicative of malware as it allows for arbitrary code execution from an encoded payload, which could be used to deliver malicious software while evading detection. The execution of unknown binaries poses significant security risks including potential system compromise, data theft, or further malware distribution.
Live on npm for 3 hours and 50 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
test494
1.0.13
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in test494 (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (b4eee97c9c0e65b38d0550ad3c3c448e647fc469837a13ab37682c6cfd2a5c34) 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.
Live on npm for 3 hours and 29 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
polling-mod
99.10.9
by f06v0tre
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code contains obfuscated and potentially malicious behavior, including potential data exfiltration to a remote server. Further investigation is needed to fully understand its purpose and implications.
Live on npm for 57 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
contrast-local-scan-action
9.9.9
by dextester123456
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The script is designed to send sensitive information from the local system to a remote server, which is a malicious action.
Live on npm for 9 days, 2 hours and 29 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
gd-storage
0.0.1-security
by npm
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in gd-storage (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (170c3c69a0238f9f0c26017dbe7509f17f6b0e000909c0195c23a71d2c0fa821) 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.
ardoq-sheet-load
9.2.0
by omerobi
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in ardoq-sheet-load (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (95ffe4a6b987be146cd7315473d74b684d40acd0755edcb6f2f6f08398473ad2) 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.
Live on npm for 3 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
thischingunique
1.0.0
by donotforget
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in thischingunique (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (9cedeae9eb258fd7ce8e9a21395c4ca34d7a62c23cd0c556caf22aaaf057f820) 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.
Live on npm for 5 hours and 7 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
list-loadmore
2.0.5
by m0chan
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in list-loadmore (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (bf6159b9ea1b49f59ac19088398e19b602ff3cbd4bc35f7452325076f70cf8df) 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.
Live on npm for 2 hours and 18 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
clwtab8le
0.0.1-security.1
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in clwtab8le (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (b5ffdb9c2b33d12ab12b5f4e0601a895f01f8a698536e130aab4f57b8023a319) 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.
Live on npm for 21 hours and 36 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
sq-jsith-test-npm-project
1.0.0
by sq_jsith
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This script is performing a DNS lookup on a suspicious domain. This behavior is often used in malware to communicate with a remote server. This script should be considered a high security risk.
Live on npm for 5 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
body-complex
0.0.1-security.412
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in body-complex (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (ef48c53ad39055a3692dbe528815988861df665507cc31c52dad47e5f746b3e3) 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.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 34 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@chegg-varafy-editor/editor-tools-common
1.99.99
by coverallsjab
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in @chegg-varafy-editor/editor-tools-common (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (b3377c37390d863481096e74ccf2243744e55d0aa6ffb1de2c82eca8b7b5d5d6) 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.
feathers-factoy
4.0.3
by xwlazssz
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code contains a portion that appears to be unrelated to the main purpose of generating HTTP errors. This portion seems to exhibit behavior commonly associated with ransomware, such as encrypting files and potentially issuing ransom demands, which is highly malicious. The usage of the 'http' module to retrieve a key and the 'crypto' module to encrypt files on the system, combined with the suspicious 'beeceptor' domains and the file name 'whathappenedbroreadme.txt', indicates this code has a high probability of being intended for harmful actions.
Live on npm for 2 hours and 38 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
smp-imsc
99.9.9
by test_max
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code collects sensitive system and user information and sends it to a remote server without user consent, indicating potential malicious intent. This poses a significant security risk.
Live on npm for 25 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
yandex-font
1.0.865
by hyan-styles
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in yandex-font (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (976f90479fd94cdd954476418038130dab2d6e12253f95817a88fbe33f3432e7) 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.
Live on npm for 7 hours and 38 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
azure-ai-metrics-advisor
0.0.1-security.2
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in azure-ai-metrics-advisor (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (0a69bf1f305c18fa1b7292d9c3656f6ca1818bc6fcf1575e1c0c84612554dadf) 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.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 29 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
node-ainzfb
1.2.31
by noob-ainz
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in node-ainzfb (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (5d695d1fdd007ab16da46aac5cbde2e0bb0f1739b4468138f4f7278653df4bab) 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.
Live on npm for 26 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
repsol-uikit
1.1.1
by djurado
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in repsol-uikit (npm) Source: ossf-package-analysis (0ded61aa0f6be46c0b02bb6eb5deb82d4dd4830e41a76cdf52d9d21576c50c57) The OpenSSF Package Analysis project identified 'repsol-uikit' @ 9.999.0 (npm) as malicious. It is considered malicious because: - The package executes one or more commands associated with malicious behavior.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 1 minute before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
azure-graphrbac
2.0.7
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 4 hours and 23 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
rider-debug-visualizer
0.0.1-security.3
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in rider-debug-visualizer (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (3ce0c44d9cec03b61e93b21730547c7f67365aae68f3e1dac44c5dfa8467985d) 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.
Live on npm for 5 hours and 14 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
api-extractor-model
213.21.24
by exzuperi9
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code collects sensitive system information and sends it to a suspicious remote server. The inclusion of a message to contact a Telegram user for purchasing is highly suspicious. This behavior indicates potential malicious intent.
Live on npm for 5 hours and 40 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
prism-commercial-ui
100.100.102
by jwosborniv
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This script is attempting to exfiltrate sensitive system information (/etc/passwd) to a remote server. This behavior is highly suspicious and poses a significant security risk.
Live on npm for 43 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
tiktok-followers-for-free-2023
1.0.2
by aldotq89
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code poses a significant security risk and should be reviewed. It is recommended to remove unnecessary imports, verify the contents of the data folder and the WordPress websites before proceeding, and avoid using hardcoded credentials for WordPress login.
Live on npm for 4 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
oj-cropper
1.9.99
by dojo-common
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in oj-cropper (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (d8ac78944374e1d277f31475f719c1e4b81025aaceb5d2ec5afd45ed363d39c5) 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.
Live on npm for 4 hours and 23 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
postcss-file-match
0.0.7
by act1on3-test
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The script sends sensitive information such as the hostname, username, and current working directory to a remote server. This behavior is highly suspicious and potentially malicious.
Live on npm for 5 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
dep_test_for_mal
3.3.0
by tal_appsec
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code decodes and executes a base64-encoded binary file which is loaded directly into memory and executed without user consent or validation. The binary is first written to the user's Desktop as 'decoded-file.bin', renamed to 'decoded-file.exe', and then executed. This behavior is indicative of malware as it allows for arbitrary code execution from an encoded payload, which could be used to deliver malicious software while evading detection. The execution of unknown binaries poses significant security risks including potential system compromise, data theft, or further malware distribution.
Live on npm for 3 hours and 50 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
test494
1.0.13
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in test494 (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (b4eee97c9c0e65b38d0550ad3c3c448e647fc469837a13ab37682c6cfd2a5c34) 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.
Live on npm for 3 hours and 29 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
polling-mod
99.10.9
by f06v0tre
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code contains obfuscated and potentially malicious behavior, including potential data exfiltration to a remote server. Further investigation is needed to fully understand its purpose and implications.
Live on npm for 57 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
contrast-local-scan-action
9.9.9
by dextester123456
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The script is designed to send sensitive information from the local system to a remote server, which is a malicious action.
Live on npm for 9 days, 2 hours and 29 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
gd-storage
0.0.1-security
by npm
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in gd-storage (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (170c3c69a0238f9f0c26017dbe7509f17f6b0e000909c0195c23a71d2c0fa821) 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.
ardoq-sheet-load
9.2.0
by omerobi
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in ardoq-sheet-load (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (95ffe4a6b987be146cd7315473d74b684d40acd0755edcb6f2f6f08398473ad2) 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.
Live on npm for 3 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
thischingunique
1.0.0
by donotforget
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in thischingunique (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (9cedeae9eb258fd7ce8e9a21395c4ca34d7a62c23cd0c556caf22aaaf057f820) 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.
Live on npm for 5 hours and 7 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
list-loadmore
2.0.5
by m0chan
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in list-loadmore (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (bf6159b9ea1b49f59ac19088398e19b602ff3cbd4bc35f7452325076f70cf8df) 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.
Live on npm for 2 hours and 18 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
clwtab8le
0.0.1-security.1
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in clwtab8le (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (b5ffdb9c2b33d12ab12b5f4e0601a895f01f8a698536e130aab4f57b8023a319) 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.
Live on npm for 21 hours and 36 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
sq-jsith-test-npm-project
1.0.0
by sq_jsith
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This script is performing a DNS lookup on a suspicious domain. This behavior is often used in malware to communicate with a remote server. This script should be considered a high security risk.
Live on npm for 5 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
body-complex
0.0.1-security.412
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in body-complex (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (ef48c53ad39055a3692dbe528815988861df665507cc31c52dad47e5f746b3e3) 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.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 34 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
@chegg-varafy-editor/editor-tools-common
1.99.99
by coverallsjab
Live on npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in @chegg-varafy-editor/editor-tools-common (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (b3377c37390d863481096e74ccf2243744e55d0aa6ffb1de2c82eca8b7b5d5d6) 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.
feathers-factoy
4.0.3
by xwlazssz
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code contains a portion that appears to be unrelated to the main purpose of generating HTTP errors. This portion seems to exhibit behavior commonly associated with ransomware, such as encrypting files and potentially issuing ransom demands, which is highly malicious. The usage of the 'http' module to retrieve a key and the 'crypto' module to encrypt files on the system, combined with the suspicious 'beeceptor' domains and the file name 'whathappenedbroreadme.txt', indicates this code has a high probability of being intended for harmful actions.
Live on npm for 2 hours and 38 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
smp-imsc
99.9.9
by test_max
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code collects sensitive system and user information and sends it to a remote server without user consent, indicating potential malicious intent. This poses a significant security risk.
Live on npm for 25 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
yandex-font
1.0.865
by hyan-styles
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in yandex-font (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (976f90479fd94cdd954476418038130dab2d6e12253f95817a88fbe33f3432e7) 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.
Live on npm for 7 hours and 38 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
azure-ai-metrics-advisor
0.0.1-security.2
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in azure-ai-metrics-advisor (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (0a69bf1f305c18fa1b7292d9c3656f6ca1818bc6fcf1575e1c0c84612554dadf) 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.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 29 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
node-ainzfb
1.2.31
by noob-ainz
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in node-ainzfb (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (5d695d1fdd007ab16da46aac5cbde2e0bb0f1739b4468138f4f7278653df4bab) 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.
Live on npm for 26 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
repsol-uikit
1.1.1
by djurado
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in repsol-uikit (npm) Source: ossf-package-analysis (0ded61aa0f6be46c0b02bb6eb5deb82d4dd4830e41a76cdf52d9d21576c50c57) The OpenSSF Package Analysis project identified 'repsol-uikit' @ 9.999.0 (npm) as malicious. It is considered malicious because: - The package executes one or more commands associated with malicious behavior.
Live on npm for 1 hour and 1 minute before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
azure-graphrbac
2.0.7
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 4 hours and 23 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
rider-debug-visualizer
0.0.1-security.3
by npm
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in rider-debug-visualizer (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (3ce0c44d9cec03b61e93b21730547c7f67365aae68f3e1dac44c5dfa8467985d) 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.
Live on npm for 5 hours and 14 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
api-extractor-model
213.21.24
by exzuperi9
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code collects sensitive system information and sends it to a suspicious remote server. The inclusion of a message to contact a Telegram user for purchasing is highly suspicious. This behavior indicates potential malicious intent.
Live on npm for 5 hours and 40 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
prism-commercial-ui
100.100.102
by jwosborniv
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
This script is attempting to exfiltrate sensitive system information (/etc/passwd) to a remote server. This behavior is highly suspicious and poses a significant security risk.
Live on npm for 43 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
tiktok-followers-for-free-2023
1.0.2
by aldotq89
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The code poses a significant security risk and should be reviewed. It is recommended to remove unnecessary imports, verify the contents of the data folder and the WordPress websites before proceeding, and avoid using hardcoded credentials for WordPress login.
Live on npm for 4 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
oj-cropper
1.9.99
by dojo-common
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
Malicious code in oj-cropper (npm) Source: ghsa-malware (d8ac78944374e1d277f31475f719c1e4b81025aaceb5d2ec5afd45ed363d39c5) 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.
Live on npm for 4 hours and 23 minutes before removal. Socket users were protected even while the package was live.
postcss-file-match
0.0.7
by act1on3-test
Removed from npm
Blocked by Socket
The script sends sensitive information such as the hostname, username, and current working directory to a remote server. This behavior is highly suspicious and potentially malicious.
Live on npm for 5 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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Nat Friedman
CEO at GitHub
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.
Scott Roberts
CISO at UiPath
As a happy Socket customer, I've been impressed with how quickly they are adding value to the product, this move is a great step!
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. Check them out and follow Feross Aboukhadijeh to see more updates coming from them in the future.
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.
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 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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Attackers have taken notice of the opportunity to attack organizations through open source dependencies. Supply chain attacks rose a whopping 700% in the past year, with over 15,000 recorded attacks.
Dec 14, 2023
Hijacked cryptocurrency library adds malware
Widely-used library in cryptocurrency frontend was compromised to include wallet-draining code, following the hijacking of NPM account credentials via phishing.
Jan 06, 2022
Maintainer intentionally adds malware
Rogue maintainer sabotages his own open source package with 100M downloads/month, notably breaking Amazon's AWS SDK.
Nov 15, 2021
npm discovers a platform vulnerability allowing unauthorized publishing of any package
Attackers could publish new versions of any npm package without authorization for multiple years.
Oct 22, 2021
Hijacked package adds cryptominers and password-stealing malware
Multiple packages with 30M downloads/month are hijacked and publish malicious versions directly into the software supply chain.
Nov 26, 2018
Package hijacked adding organization specific backdoors
Obfuscated malware added to a dependency which targeted a single company, went undetected for over a week, and made it into their production build.
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