MAL-2026-10358: Malicious code in nottuff6 (npm)
The npm package 'nottuff6' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package results in full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control over the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'nottuff6' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. According to the source advisory, any computer with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, necessitating immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, secure system. The package removal alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity due to potential persistent backdoors or additional malware installed by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'nottuff6' 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 even after package removal, leading to ongoing security risks.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'nottuff6' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Conduct a thorough security assessment and consider rebuilding affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components, as package removal alone does not guarantee full remediation.
MAL-2026-10358: Malicious code in nottuff6 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'nottuff6' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package results in full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control over the system.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'nottuff6' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. According to the source advisory, any computer with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, necessitating immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, secure system. The package removal alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity due to potential persistent backdoors or additional malware installed by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'nottuff6' 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 even after package removal, leading to ongoing security risks.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'nottuff6' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Conduct a thorough security assessment and consider rebuilding affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components, as package removal alone does not guarantee full remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10358
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-4473-gr94-55rw"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54adcb68715ace438f5557
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:11 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:38:22 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:38:22 UTC
Views: 2
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