MAL-2026-10290: Malicious code in backupgenuine-updated (npm)
The npm package 'backupgenuine-updated' 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 computer should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'backupgenuine-updated' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to control 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. The package removal is insufficient to fully remediate the infection because the attacker may have deployed additional persistent malicious components.
Potential Impact
Complete compromise of any system running or having installed the 'backupgenuine-updated' package. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are exposed and must be considered compromised. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'backupgenuine-updated' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials that were stored or used on the compromised machines from a separate, secure system. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected systems, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee full eradication of malicious components.
MAL-2026-10290: Malicious code in backupgenuine-updated (npm)
Description
The npm package 'backupgenuine-updated' 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 computer should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it, 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 'backupgenuine-updated' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to control 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. The package removal is insufficient to fully remediate the infection because the attacker may have deployed additional persistent malicious components.
Potential Impact
Complete compromise of any system running or having installed the 'backupgenuine-updated' package. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are exposed and must be considered compromised. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'backupgenuine-updated' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials that were stored or used on the compromised machines from a separate, secure system. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected systems, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee full eradication of malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10290
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-8gjh-hmfj-xqcg"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54ade068715ace438f5b20
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:32 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:43:54 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:43:54 UTC
Views: 2
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