MAL-2026-10331: Malicious code in kirkland (npm)
The npm package 'kirkland' 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 may not eliminate all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'kirkland' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The attacker may have gained full control over the system, potentially accessing sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Because of the potential for persistent compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'kirkland' package installed. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'kirkland' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted system to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or replacing the affected machine to ensure complete remediation.
MAL-2026-10331: Malicious code in kirkland (npm)
Description
The npm package 'kirkland' 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 may not eliminate all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'kirkland' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The attacker may have gained full control over the system, potentially accessing sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Because of the potential for persistent compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'kirkland' package installed. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'kirkland' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted system to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or replacing the affected machine to ensure complete remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10331
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-7m92-3w8w-hxrp"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54adb368715ace438f4adc
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:47 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:33:14 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:33:14 UTC
Views: 2
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