MAL-2026-6634: Malicious code in @multformats/multiaddr (npm)
The @multformats/multiaddr npm package contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of the malicious software, as full control may have been given to an attacker.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The @multformats/multiaddr package distributed via npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system. The malicious code likely provides attackers with extensive control, potentially allowing exfiltration or manipulation of sensitive data. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package is insufficient to remediate the threat, as persistent malicious artifacts may remain on the system.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, putting all stored secrets and keys at risk. This necessitates immediate rotation of all credentials from a secure environment. The integrity and confidentiality of the affected system cannot be assured until a full remediation and credential rotation is performed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the @multformats/multiaddr package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and credential rotation.
MAL-2026-6634: Malicious code in @multformats/multiaddr (npm)
Description
The @multformats/multiaddr npm package contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of the malicious software, as full control may have been given to an attacker.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The @multformats/multiaddr package distributed via npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system. The malicious code likely provides attackers with extensive control, potentially allowing exfiltration or manipulation of sensitive data. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package is insufficient to remediate the threat, as persistent malicious artifacts may remain on the system.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, putting all stored secrets and keys at risk. This necessitates immediate rotation of all credentials from a secure environment. The integrity and confidentiality of the affected system cannot be assured until a full remediation and credential rotation is performed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the @multformats/multiaddr package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and credential rotation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6634
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-92ch-4pr4-pmgj"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a42ed4027e9c7971993561d
Added to database: 06/29/2026, 22:10:08 UTC
Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 22:25:14 UTC
Last updated: 06/30/2026, 00:41:31 UTC
Views: 3
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