MAL-2026-10252: Malicious code in abuden2 (npm)
The npm package 'abuden2' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by the package.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'abuden2' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code that results in a full system compromise upon installation or execution. This level of compromise implies that attackers may gain complete control over the affected system. Due to the severity, all sensitive credentials stored on the compromised machine must be rotated from a secure environment. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to fully remediate the infection, as persistent malicious components may remain.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of any computer with the 'abuden2' package installed or running. Potential loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data on the affected system. All secrets and keys stored on the machine are considered exposed and must be rotated. The system may remain compromised even after removal of the package.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'abuden2' package from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a separate, trusted device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system to identify and remove any persistent malicious software. Due to the severity of the compromise, consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup if possible.
MAL-2026-10252: Malicious code in abuden2 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'abuden2' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by the package.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'abuden2' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code that results in a full system compromise upon installation or execution. This level of compromise implies that attackers may gain complete control over the affected system. Due to the severity, all sensitive credentials stored on the compromised machine must be rotated from a secure environment. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to fully remediate the infection, as persistent malicious components may remain.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of any computer with the 'abuden2' package installed or running. Potential loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data on the affected system. All secrets and keys stored on the machine are considered exposed and must be rotated. The system may remain compromised even after removal of the package.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'abuden2' package from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a separate, trusted device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system to identify and remove any persistent malicious software. Due to the severity of the compromise, consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup if possible.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10252
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-hwxv-cpqv-6rp2"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54add368715ace438f567e
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:19 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:40:30 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:40:30 UTC
Views: 2
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