MAL-2026-10292: Malicious code in backupsitetuff3 (npm)
The npm package 'backupsitetuff3' 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, trusted machine. 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 'backupsitetuff3' npm package is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system. The attacker may have obtained complete control, potentially installing additional malicious software beyond the package itself. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the affected machine must be rotated from a secure environment. There is no indication of a patch or fix, and removal of the package does not ensure eradication of the threat.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'backupsitetuff3' package installed or running is fully compromised, risking exposure and loss of all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent access and control beyond the presence of the package itself, leading to potential data breaches and system integrity loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'backupsitetuff3' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted machine. Because the attacker may have full control, consider rebuilding or replacing the affected system to ensure complete remediation.
MAL-2026-10292: Malicious code in backupsitetuff3 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'backupsitetuff3' 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, trusted machine. 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 'backupsitetuff3' npm package is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system. The attacker may have obtained complete control, potentially installing additional malicious software beyond the package itself. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the affected machine must be rotated from a secure environment. There is no indication of a patch or fix, and removal of the package does not ensure eradication of the threat.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'backupsitetuff3' package installed or running is fully compromised, risking exposure and loss of all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent access and control beyond the presence of the package itself, leading to potential data breaches and system integrity loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'backupsitetuff3' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted machine. Because the attacker may have full control, consider rebuilding or replacing the affected system to ensure complete remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10292
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-x8vw-cqjx-99gm"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54addc68715ace438f5acb
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:28 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:43:49 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:43:49 UTC
Views: 2
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