MAL-2026-6653: Malicious code in alpine-csp (npm)
The npm package 'alpine-csp' 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 on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Removing the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'alpine-csp' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, potentially allowing an attacker complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts. Immediate secret and key rotation from a secure environment is recommended to mitigate potential damage.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'alpine-csp' package installed or running. This includes potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys, which must be considered compromised. The malicious code may persist beyond removal of the package, indicating a high risk of ongoing unauthorized control.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'alpine-csp' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a separate, trusted computer. Due to the likelihood of persistent malicious software beyond the package itself, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete remediation.
MAL-2026-6653: Malicious code in alpine-csp (npm)
Description
The npm package 'alpine-csp' 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 on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Removing the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software introduced by it.
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'alpine-csp' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, potentially allowing an attacker complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts. Immediate secret and key rotation from a secure environment is recommended to mitigate potential damage.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'alpine-csp' package installed or running. This includes potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys, which must be considered compromised. The malicious code may persist beyond removal of the package, indicating a high risk of ongoing unauthorized control.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'alpine-csp' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a separate, trusted computer. Due to the likelihood of persistent malicious software beyond the package itself, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6653
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-pxvr-mwhw-mp36"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a42ed3c27e9c79719935567
Added to database: 06/29/2026, 22:10:04 UTC
Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 22:24:36 UTC
Last updated: 06/30/2026, 00:44:56 UTC
Views: 2
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