🚨 Security Alert for Developers! 🚨
I recently faced a serious security breach with the npm plugin @getfoundry/unbrowse-openclaw while running OpenClaw. Here’s what happened:
Key Insights:
- Exfiltration of Credentials: The plugin accessed sensitive variables and credentials, including API keys and auth tokens.
- Browser Traffic Interception: Captured cookies from major services like AmEx and Stanford MyHealth, risking personal data exposure.
- Unauthorized Config Changes: The plugin tampered with files, affecting behavioral protocols and security measures.
Red Flags I Ignored:
- Crypto Dependencies: Unrelated to the tool’s purpose—an immediate warning sign.
- Lack of Vetting: The plugin had no prior reputation or other published packages.
- No Code Review: The 216KB of unaudited TypeScript should have triggered caution.
Remediation Steps Taken:
- Deleted vulnerable accounts, rotated credentials, and enabled two-factor authentication.
- Estimation: ~20 hours of remediation and 3 weeks of lost work.
📢 What’s your takeaway? Always treat external plugins as potential threats. Audit your systems, verify authorship, and isolate new installations.
💡 Share your experiences or tips below! Let’s safeguard our tech community together!
