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MAL-2026-5883: Malicious code in redis-xyz (npm)

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Critical
Published: 06/16/2026 (06/16/2026, 11:58:32 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: redis-xyz

Description

The npm package redis-xyz version 1.1.4 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installing or running this package may fully compromise the affected computer, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate secret/key rotation from a separate, uncompromised system is advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
redis-xyz
Affected versions
=1.1.4

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/09/2026, 10:10:06 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package redis-xyz version 1.1.4 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that contains malicious code. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and GHSA malware advisories, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may grant an attacker full control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package alone may not remove all malicious artifacts, indicating persistent compromise.

Potential Impact

Systems with redis-xyz version 1.1.4 installed or running are at risk of full compromise. Attackers may gain complete control over the affected system, leading to potential theft or misuse of secrets, keys, and other sensitive information. The compromise may persist even after package removal, increasing the risk of ongoing unauthorized access.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the redis-xyz package version 1.1.4 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted computer. Because full system compromise is possible and removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious components, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system. No official patch or fix is currently available for this malicious package.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-5883
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-mc4w-cxr6-qw8r"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a4f6c7a68715ace4315ae89

Added to database: 07/09/2026, 09:40:10 UTC

Last enriched: 07/09/2026, 10:10:06 UTC

Last updated: 07/09/2026, 15:09:31 UTC

Views: 9

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