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node-file-loader-utils

First seen: Aug 22, 2024 448 viewsMimics: file-loader
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Threat Description

Typosquat of the popular 'file-loader' webpack plugin. Contains obfuscated code that mines cryptocurrency using the host machine's CPU. Particularly dangerous in CI environments.

AI Hallucination Analysis
Possible AI Hallucination40%
Known to be hallucinated by: GitHub Copilot
Remediation Guide
  1. Remove "node-file-loader-utils" from your dependencies immediately.
  2. Replace with the legitimate package "file-loader" if applicable.
  3. Audit your codebase for any imports or usage of the malicious package.
  4. Check your CI/CD logs for when this package was introduced.
  5. Rotate any exposed secrets (API keys, tokens) that may have been exfiltrated.
Quick Facts
Ecosystem
npm
Risk Level
HIGH
Type
typosquat
Status
ACTIVE
Legitimate Package
file-loader
Hallucination Confidence
40%
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