MAL-2026-10667: Malicious code in true (npm)
The npm package 'true' versions 0.0.1 through 0.0.4 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, requiring immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, secure machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'true' npm package versions 0.0.1 to 0.0.4 is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package grants attackers full control over the host computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a different, uncompromised device. Simply uninstalling the package does not ensure removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Systems with the 'true' package installed are considered fully compromised, allowing attackers complete control. This includes potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys, which must be rotated to prevent further misuse. The compromise may persist even after package removal due to additional malicious software installed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the malicious 'true' package from affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system is fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected machines to ensure all malicious components are eradicated.
MAL-2026-10667: Malicious code in true (npm)
Description
The npm package 'true' versions 0.0.1 through 0.0.4 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, requiring immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, secure machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'true' npm package versions 0.0.1 to 0.0.4 is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package grants attackers full control over the host computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a different, uncompromised device. Simply uninstalling the package does not ensure removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Systems with the 'true' package installed are considered fully compromised, allowing attackers complete control. This includes potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys, which must be rotated to prevent further misuse. The compromise may persist even after package removal due to additional malicious software installed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the malicious 'true' package from affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system is fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected machines to ensure all malicious components are eradicated.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10667
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-f59f-vj5q-c725"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a577edf68715ace43b40586
Added to database: 07/15/2026, 12:36:47 UTC
Last enriched: 07/15/2026, 12:50:45 UTC
Last updated: 07/15/2026, 14:49:41 UTC
Views: 3
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