MAL-2026-6656: Malicious code in authmatrix (npm)
The npm package 'authmatrix' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'authmatrix' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may grant attackers full control over the affected system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'authmatrix' package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'authmatrix' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted system to prevent further unauthorized access. Consider the affected systems fully compromised and perform a thorough incident response and forensic analysis to identify and remove any persistent malicious components.
MAL-2026-6656: Malicious code in authmatrix (npm)
Description
The npm package 'authmatrix' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'authmatrix' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may grant attackers full control over the affected system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'authmatrix' package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'authmatrix' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted system to prevent further unauthorized access. Consider the affected systems fully compromised and perform a thorough incident response and forensic analysis to identify and remove any persistent malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6656
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-qr38-fjw7-r54v"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a42ed5727e9c79719936bcf
Added to database: 06/29/2026, 22:10:31 UTC
Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 22:31:12 UTC
Last updated: 06/30/2026, 00:23:52 UTC
Views: 2
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