MAL-2026-10660: Malicious code in saurus-assets (npm)
The saurus-assets package on npm contains malicious code that fully 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 rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The saurus-assets npm package is identified as malicious software that, when installed or executed, results in a full compromise of the host computer. This includes potential unauthorized access and control by an outside entity. Due to the extent of the compromise, secrets and keys stored on the affected system are considered exposed and must be rotated from a secure environment. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to fully remediate the infection, as additional malicious artifacts may persist.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the saurus-assets package installed or running. Exposure of all stored secrets and keys on the affected system. Potential persistent malicious presence beyond the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the saurus-assets package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computers from a separate, secure machine. Because removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious software, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete remediation. No official patch or fix is available; mitigation relies on removal and secret rotation.
MAL-2026-10660: Malicious code in saurus-assets (npm)
Description
The saurus-assets package on npm contains malicious code that fully 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 rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The saurus-assets npm package is identified as malicious software that, when installed or executed, results in a full compromise of the host computer. This includes potential unauthorized access and control by an outside entity. Due to the extent of the compromise, secrets and keys stored on the affected system are considered exposed and must be rotated from a secure environment. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to fully remediate the infection, as additional malicious artifacts may persist.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the saurus-assets package installed or running. Exposure of all stored secrets and keys on the affected system. Potential persistent malicious presence beyond the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the saurus-assets package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computers from a separate, secure machine. Because removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious software, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete remediation. No official patch or fix is available; mitigation relies on removal and secret rotation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10660
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-hp4j-58vc-g6px"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a577ee168715ace43b4068f
Added to database: 07/15/2026, 12:36:49 UTC
Last enriched: 07/15/2026, 12:52:12 UTC
Last updated: 07/16/2026, 03:33:59 UTC
Views: 7
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