MAL-2026-6630: Malicious code in @live-backstage-im/communication-chat (npm)
The npm package '@live-backstage-im/communication-chat' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The '@live-backstage-im/communication-chat' npm package is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system. Due to the nature of the compromise, attackers may have gained persistent control, making simple removal insufficient to restore system integrity. Immediate secret and key rotation from a trusted environment is required to mitigate potential credential theft or misuse.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. Persistence of malicious software beyond package removal is likely, posing ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the '@live-backstage-im/communication-chat' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because the system may remain compromised after removal, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete eradication of malicious components.
MAL-2026-6630: Malicious code in @live-backstage-im/communication-chat (npm)
Description
The npm package '@live-backstage-im/communication-chat' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer should be rotated immediately from a different, secure 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 '@live-backstage-im/communication-chat' npm package is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system. Due to the nature of the compromise, attackers may have gained persistent control, making simple removal insufficient to restore system integrity. Immediate secret and key rotation from a trusted environment is required to mitigate potential credential theft or misuse.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. Persistence of malicious software beyond package removal is likely, posing ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the '@live-backstage-im/communication-chat' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because the system may remain compromised after removal, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete eradication of malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6630
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-h887-mrmh-2fjr"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a42ed4027e9c79719935620
Added to database: 06/29/2026, 22:10:08 UTC
Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 22:25:17 UTC
Last updated: 06/30/2026, 00:58:06 UTC
Views: 3
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