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MAL-2026-10383: Malicious code in speed2 (npm)

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Critical
Published: 07/13/2026 (07/13/2026, 06:27:40 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: speed2

Description

The npm package 'speed2' contains malicious code that compromises any system on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package potentially grants full control of the affected computer to an external attacker. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys stored on the system should be rotated from a different, trusted machine. Simply removing the package may not fully eliminate the malicious presence, as additional malware could have been installed.

Affected software

npmghsa
speed2

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/13/2026, 09:30:23 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'speed2' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. According to the source advisory, any computer with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised, implying that attackers may have gained complete control over the system. The advisory recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised device. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to guarantee eradication of the threat, as the attacker may have deployed further malicious software.

Potential Impact

Systems with the 'speed2' package installed are fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers complete control over the affected computer. This includes unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys, which must be rotated immediately. The persistence of malicious software beyond the package itself means that the system's integrity and confidentiality are severely impacted.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the 'speed2' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a separate, trusted computer to prevent further unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious software. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and credential rotation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-10383
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-6j2c-jmgv-54xf"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a54ada768715ace438f490f

Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:35 UTC

Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:30:23 UTC

Last updated: 07/13/2026, 09:30:23 UTC

Views: 2

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