MAL-2026-10369: Malicious code in ratelimitsucks4 (npm)
The npm package 'ratelimitsucks4' contains malicious code that fully 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. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'ratelimitsucks4' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in full system compromise, allowing an attacker potentially complete control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all credentials and keys stored on the system must be considered exposed and require immediate rotation. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of the affected computer, including potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The system's security and confidentiality are critically undermined, necessitating immediate credential rotation and comprehensive remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'ratelimitsucks4' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a separate, trusted device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system to identify and remove any additional malicious software that may have been installed. Due to the severity of the compromise, consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system.
MAL-2026-10369: Malicious code in ratelimitsucks4 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'ratelimitsucks4' contains malicious code that fully 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. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'ratelimitsucks4' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in full system compromise, allowing an attacker potentially complete control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all credentials and keys stored on the system must be considered exposed and require immediate rotation. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of the affected computer, including potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The system's security and confidentiality are critically undermined, necessitating immediate credential rotation and comprehensive remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'ratelimitsucks4' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a separate, trusted device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system to identify and remove any additional malicious software that may have been installed. Due to the severity of the compromise, consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10369
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-m2rv-32pj-54jm"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54adb368715ace438f4ab8
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:47 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:32:53 UTC
Last updated: 07/14/2026, 03:33:32 UTC
Views: 4
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