A malicious package under org.fasterxml.jackson.core mimicked the legitimate com.fasterxml.jackson.core via a TLD prefix swap. It contained multi-staged payloads, encrypted C2, and platform-specific executables. First sophisticated malware detected on Maven Central.
PACKAGE_NAME_MISMATCH detects naming deviation from legitimate package
| Tool | Verdict | Details |
|---|---|---|
| OSS Risk Guard | Caught | PACKAGE_NAME_MISMATCH detects naming deviation from legitimate package |
| Socket | Caught | Typosquatting detection across ecosystems |
| Snyk | Missed | No typosquatting detection |
| Sonatype (Nexus) | Caught | Nexus Firewall typosquatting detection |
| Black Duck | Missed | No typosquatting detection |
| Endor Labs | Missed | No typosquatting detection |