MAL-2026-6519: Malicious code in react-icon-svgs (npm)
The npm package 'react-icon-svgs' contains malicious code that 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 'react-icon-svgs' npm package has been identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises the host system. According to the source advisory, installation or execution of this package results in a complete compromise, potentially allowing an attacker full control. The advisory strongly recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system. There is no known patch or fix available, and removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'react-icon-svgs' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. This includes potential unauthorized access, control over the system, and exposure of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise is severe and persistent beyond simple package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'react-icon-svgs' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, trusted computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure all malicious components are removed. No official fix or patch is available; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.
MAL-2026-6519: Malicious code in react-icon-svgs (npm)
Description
The npm package 'react-icon-svgs' contains malicious code that 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.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'react-icon-svgs' npm package has been identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises the host system. According to the source advisory, installation or execution of this package results in a complete compromise, potentially allowing an attacker full control. The advisory strongly recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system. There is no known patch or fix available, and removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'react-icon-svgs' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. This includes potential unauthorized access, control over the system, and exposure of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise is severe and persistent beyond simple package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'react-icon-svgs' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, trusted computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure all malicious components are removed. No official fix or patch is available; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6519
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-3462-7h42-6cvg"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a3ef7b027e9c79719ffb8e7
Added to database: 06/26/2026, 22:05:36 UTC
Last enriched: 06/26/2026, 22:29:38 UTC
Last updated: 06/26/2026, 22:29:38 UTC
Views: 2
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