localForage / localForage/localForage-memoryStorageDriver

Beware typo-squatting: Package with name all lowercase was malware

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JavaScript
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Description

See this [GHSA](https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-gp5q-mxgh-g2wx)
~~My brief look at the code/npm repo indicate nothing overly untoward, there is no public discussion regarding this issue - yet it's being listed with a fairly stark warning.~~

~~Does anyone have any insights what's going on here?~~

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Research direction

Start by reading the linked GHSA and comparing its warning with the lowercase package and npm repository mentioned in the issue. The report names no source files or tests; done would require establishing what the warning means and documenting a clear conclusion or next action.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript
Domain
security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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