MAL-2026-10264: Malicious code in abuden223 (npm)
The npm package 'abuden223' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may result in full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, trusted computer is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'abuden223' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The package grants potential full control to an attacker, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the depth of compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is provided. No patch or remediation beyond removal and secret rotation is indicated.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of affected systems is expected upon installation or execution of the 'abuden223' package. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may have persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself, making remediation difficult without complete system recovery.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'abuden223' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys that were stored on the compromised systems using a separate, trusted environment. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding affected systems from known good backups or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
MAL-2026-10264: Malicious code in abuden223 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'abuden223' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may result in full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, trusted computer is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'abuden223' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The package grants potential full control to an attacker, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the depth of compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is provided. No patch or remediation beyond removal and secret rotation is indicated.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of affected systems is expected upon installation or execution of the 'abuden223' package. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may have persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself, making remediation difficult without complete system recovery.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'abuden223' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys that were stored on the compromised systems using a separate, trusted environment. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding affected systems from known good backups or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10264
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-q3qh-h756-5hx8"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54ada768715ace438f4906
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:35 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:30:07 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:30:07 UTC
Views: 2
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