MAL-2026-6680: Malicious code in brock-loader (npm)
The brock-loader npm package contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may result in full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The brock-loader package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The attacker may have gained full control over the system, potentially accessing sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the possibility of persistent backdoors or additional malware, simply uninstalling the package may not fully remediate the compromise.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the brock-loader package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Persistent attacker control may remain even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the brock-loader package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys that were stored on compromised machines, performing this rotation from a separate, trusted system. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components.
MAL-2026-6680: Malicious code in brock-loader (npm)
Description
The brock-loader npm package contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may result in full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The brock-loader package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The attacker may have gained full control over the system, potentially accessing sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the possibility of persistent backdoors or additional malware, simply uninstalling the package may not fully remediate the compromise.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the brock-loader package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Persistent attacker control may remain even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the brock-loader package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys that were stored on compromised machines, performing this rotation from a separate, trusted system. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6680
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-gwv3-x257-r43c"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4452f227e9c797198f8f8d
Added to database: 06/30/2026, 23:36:18 UTC
Last enriched: 06/30/2026, 23:57:09 UTC
Last updated: 07/01/2026, 00:56:23 UTC
Views: 3
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