MAL-2026-10598: Malicious code in monitoring-service-util (npm)
The npm package 'monitoring-service-util' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installation or execution of this package can lead to full compromise of the affected system. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted system. Simply removing the package may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential persistence mechanisms.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'monitoring-service-util' npm package version 1.0.0 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that contains malicious code. This malicious code can fully compromise any computer where the package is installed or running, potentially allowing attackers to gain complete control. The compromise includes risk to all secrets and keys stored on the system, necessitating immediate rotation from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to guarantee eradication of the malicious software introduced.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'monitoring-service-util' version 1.0.0 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the affected system, exposing all stored secrets and keys. This represents a critical security risk requiring urgent response to prevent further damage or data loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'monitoring-service-util' package version 1.0.0 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Due to the potential for persistent malicious code, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of the threat.
MAL-2026-10598: Malicious code in monitoring-service-util (npm)
Description
The npm package 'monitoring-service-util' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installation or execution of this package can lead to full compromise of the affected system. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted system. Simply removing the package may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential persistence mechanisms.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'monitoring-service-util' npm package version 1.0.0 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that contains malicious code. This malicious code can fully compromise any computer where the package is installed or running, potentially allowing attackers to gain complete control. The compromise includes risk to all secrets and keys stored on the system, necessitating immediate rotation from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to guarantee eradication of the malicious software introduced.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'monitoring-service-util' version 1.0.0 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the affected system, exposing all stored secrets and keys. This represents a critical security risk requiring urgent response to prevent further damage or data loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'monitoring-service-util' package version 1.0.0 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Due to the potential for persistent malicious code, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of the threat.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10598
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-mc6r-4967-53wm"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a577ef668715ace43b41c62
Added to database: 07/15/2026, 12:37:10 UTC
Last enriched: 07/15/2026, 12:58:07 UTC
Last updated: 07/16/2026, 03:33:01 UTC
Views: 5
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