MAL-2026-10286: Malicious code in backup2-asd (npm)
The npm package 'backup2-asd' contains malicious code that 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, clean computer. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'backup2-asd' npm package is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected computers. Installation or execution of this package results in a complete system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker full control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the affected machine must be rotated from a separate, uncompromised system. Removal of the package is recommended but insufficient to ensure eradication of the attacker presence or malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'backup2-asd' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have obtained full control over the system, risking exposure and misuse of all stored secrets and keys. The integrity and confidentiality of the affected system and its data cannot be assured without comprehensive remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'backup2-asd' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, trusted computer. Because the attacker may have persistent access beyond the package itself, consider full system reimaging or other thorough remediation steps to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
MAL-2026-10286: Malicious code in backup2-asd (npm)
Description
The npm package 'backup2-asd' contains malicious code that 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, clean computer. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'backup2-asd' npm package is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected computers. Installation or execution of this package results in a complete system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker full control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the affected machine must be rotated from a separate, uncompromised system. Removal of the package is recommended but insufficient to ensure eradication of the attacker presence or malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'backup2-asd' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have obtained full control over the system, risking exposure and misuse of all stored secrets and keys. The integrity and confidentiality of the affected system and its data cannot be assured without comprehensive remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'backup2-asd' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, trusted computer. Because the attacker may have persistent access beyond the package itself, consider full system reimaging or other thorough remediation steps to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10286
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5wxc-4vm4-55cx"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54ade068715ace438f5b2d
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:32 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:44:13 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:44:13 UTC
Views: 2
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