MAL-2026-10568: Malicious code in sync-logger (npm)
The npm package 'sync-logger' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This 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, secure machine. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'sync-logger' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to control the affected computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the system must be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity because the attacker may have installed additional persistent malicious components.
Potential Impact
Complete compromise of the affected system, including potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may have persistent control beyond the presence of the malicious package itself, posing a significant risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system and its data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'sync-logger' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a full system investigation and remediation, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software. Consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete eradication of the compromise.
MAL-2026-10568: Malicious code in sync-logger (npm)
Description
The npm package 'sync-logger' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This 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, secure machine. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'sync-logger' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to control the affected computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the system must be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity because the attacker may have installed additional persistent malicious components.
Potential Impact
Complete compromise of the affected system, including potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may have persistent control beyond the presence of the malicious package itself, posing a significant risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system and its data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'sync-logger' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a full system investigation and remediation, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software. Consider rebuilding the system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete eradication of the compromise.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10568
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-3x53-3cq6-9g58"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a55ff5d68715ace432f0a95
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 09:20:29 UTC
Last enriched: 07/14/2026, 09:30:38 UTC
Last updated: 07/14/2026, 09:30:38 UTC
Views: 2
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