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MAL-2026-6666: Malicious code in magwien.sys (npm)

0
Critical
Published: 06/29/2026 (06/29/2026, 16:44:20 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: magwien.sys

Description

The npm package magwien.sys 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 computer. Removing the package alone does not guarantee full remediation, as the attacker may have established persistent control over the system.

Affected software

npmghsa
magwien.sys

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 06/29/2026, 22:26:09 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package magwien.sys is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected computers. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker potential full control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the depth of compromise, simple removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious components or backdoors introduced. Immediate secret/key rotation from a separate secure environment is strongly advised to mitigate ongoing risk.

Potential Impact

Complete system compromise on any computer with the magwien.sys package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are at risk of exposure or theft. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal, leading to ongoing security risks.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the magwien.sys package from affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer from a different, secure machine. Because full control may have been granted to an attacker, 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 secret rotation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-6666
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-7rgq-99ww-vfgr"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a42ed4327e9c797199356d2

Added to database: 06/29/2026, 22:10:11 UTC

Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 22:26:09 UTC

Last updated: 06/30/2026, 00:39:12 UTC

Views: 2

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