MAL-2026-10371: Malicious code in ratelimitsucks9 (npm)
The npm package 'ratelimitsucks9' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may lead to complete system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'ratelimitsucks9' npm package is identified as malicious software that, once installed, compromises the entire host system. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not fully remediate the infection, as additional malicious components may persist on the system.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and should be considered compromised. The presence of this package indicates a high likelihood of unauthorized control by an external entity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'ratelimitsucks9' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure computer to prevent further unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding the affected machines to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
MAL-2026-10371: Malicious code in ratelimitsucks9 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'ratelimitsucks9' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may lead to complete system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'ratelimitsucks9' npm package is identified as malicious software that, once installed, compromises the entire host system. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not fully remediate the infection, as additional malicious components may persist on the system.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and should be considered compromised. The presence of this package indicates a high likelihood of unauthorized control by an external entity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'ratelimitsucks9' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure computer to prevent further unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding the affected machines to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10371
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-c4r7-67pc-xvwv"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54adb368715ace438f4ab4
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:47 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:32:43 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 12:58:08 UTC
Views: 4
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