MAL-2026-10355: Malicious code in nottuff3 (npm)
The npm package 'nottuff3' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'nottuff3' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the entire host system. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker full control over the affected computer. Due to the extent of compromise, simply uninstalling the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist. The advisory recommends immediate secret and key rotation from a separate, uncompromised system to mitigate potential damage.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise occurs upon installation or execution of the 'nottuff3' package. All secrets and keys stored on the affected machine are at risk of exposure and must be rotated. The presence of this package indicates that an attacker may have persistent access, and removal of the package alone does not guarantee remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'nottuff3' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a different, trusted machine. Due to the potential for persistent malicious software beyond the package itself, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete remediation.
MAL-2026-10355: Malicious code in nottuff3 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'nottuff3' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'nottuff3' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the entire host system. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker full control over the affected computer. Due to the extent of compromise, simply uninstalling the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist. The advisory recommends immediate secret and key rotation from a separate, uncompromised system to mitigate potential damage.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise occurs upon installation or execution of the 'nottuff3' package. All secrets and keys stored on the affected machine are at risk of exposure and must be rotated. The presence of this package indicates that an attacker may have persistent access, and removal of the package alone does not guarantee remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'nottuff3' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a different, trusted machine. Due to the potential for persistent malicious software beyond the package itself, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10355
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-35r2-xv4w-hr3g"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54adc268715ace438f53a0
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:02 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:36:47 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:36:47 UTC
Views: 2
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