MAL-2026-10279: Malicious code in abuden3 (npm)
The npm package 'abuden3' 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 system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control over the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'abuden3' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, allowing an attacker to gain extensive control over the affected computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and must be rotated from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious software may have been installed.
Potential Impact
Complete compromise of the affected computer, including potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent control beyond the presence of the malicious package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'abuden3' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software. Consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure full remediation.
MAL-2026-10279: Malicious code in abuden3 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'abuden3' 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 system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control over the system.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'abuden3' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, allowing an attacker to gain extensive control over the affected computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and must be rotated from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious software may have been installed.
Potential Impact
Complete compromise of the affected computer, including potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent control beyond the presence of the malicious package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'abuden3' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software. Consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure full remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10279
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-cq4q-pg24-wwhg"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54adc268715ace438f53a6
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:02 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:36:56 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:36:56 UTC
Views: 2
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