Unverified NPM Account Takeover Vulnerability for Sale on Dark Web Forum

A threat actor on BreachForums is selling an unverified npm vulnerability for account takeover, claiming to inject undetectable backdoors into packages. However, npm has not confirmed this vulnerability. The dark web forum is known for cybercriminal activities, raising skepticism about such claims. The npm Registry is a prime target for attacks due to its large attack surface, attracting malicious actors to compromise accounts and introduce malicious code. Tools like hijagger facilitate account takeover by checking for hijackable packages. GitHub's bug bounty program covers vulnerabilities related to account takeover and private package access. To secure npm accounts, enabling 2FA is recommended, with npm conducting checks on email accounts associated with expired domains. Socket offers protection by analyzing package code for suspicious additions. The current threat emphasizes injecting undetectable backdoors, highlighting the importance of thorough code review and threat detection. Subscribing to security updates and monitoring account activity are crucial steps for package authors and organizations using npm.