AI BriefingAxios Package Security Breach and Response Guide
Key point
A supply chain attack was discovered in the npm **axios** package, requiring security measures for users of certain versions.
Details
On March 31, 2026, a supply chain attack was discovered in the axios npm package. Vercel protected its platform through immediate investigation and response, and Vercel's own infrastructure and applications were not affected.
The npm registry has now removed the compromised versions, and the latest tag points to the safe [email protected] version.
Affected versions:
Recommended response actions:
- Search your lockfile and
node_modulesforplain-crypto-jsto check for infection - Redeploy your project using a safe version of axios
- Rotate sensitive information such as API keys, database credentials, and tokens that may have been exposed to the build environment
- Review your dependency tree and update to [email protected]
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