MAL-2026-10382: Malicious code in speed1 (npm)
The npm package 'speed1' contains malicious code that 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 considered exposed and require immediate rotation from a different, trusted machine. Simply removing the package may not fully remediate the infection, as the attacker may have established persistent control over the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'speed1' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host computer. The attacker potentially gains complete control, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the depth of compromise, removal of the package alone is insufficient to guarantee system integrity. Immediate secret rotation from a secure environment is strongly advised.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any machine with the 'speed1' package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk of exposure. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself, leading to ongoing security risks.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'speed1' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted computer. Because the attacker may have established persistent control, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete remediation.
MAL-2026-10382: Malicious code in speed1 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'speed1' contains malicious code that 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 considered exposed and require immediate rotation from a different, trusted machine. Simply removing the package may not fully remediate the infection, as the attacker may have established persistent control over the system.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'speed1' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host computer. The attacker potentially gains complete control, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the depth of compromise, removal of the package alone is insufficient to guarantee system integrity. Immediate secret rotation from a secure environment is strongly advised.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any machine with the 'speed1' package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk of exposure. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself, leading to ongoing security risks.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'speed1' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted computer. Because the attacker may have established persistent control, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10382
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-qgch-cg2p-v53r"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a54adab68715ace438f49c0
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:39 UTC
Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:30:29 UTC
Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:30:29 UTC
Views: 2
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