MAL-2026-6686: Malicious code in setup-cicd (npm)
The npm package 'setup-cicd' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package results in full compromise of the affected system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted system is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'setup-cicd' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may provide attackers with full control over the affected computer. Due to the potential persistence mechanisms, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious components. Consequently, all sensitive credentials stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a different, uncompromised machine to prevent further unauthorized access.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'setup-cicd' package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer are at risk and should be considered exposed. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts, indicating potential persistence and ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'setup-cicd' package immediately from affected systems. Consider the system fully compromised and rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted computer. Because removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious software, further forensic analysis and system remediation may be necessary.
MAL-2026-6686: Malicious code in setup-cicd (npm)
Description
The npm package 'setup-cicd' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package results in full compromise of the affected system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted system is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'setup-cicd' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may provide attackers with full control over the affected computer. Due to the potential persistence mechanisms, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious components. Consequently, all sensitive credentials stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a different, uncompromised machine to prevent further unauthorized access.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'setup-cicd' package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer are at risk and should be considered exposed. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts, indicating potential persistence and ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'setup-cicd' package immediately from affected systems. Consider the system fully compromised and rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted computer. Because removal of the package may not eliminate all malicious software, further forensic analysis and system remediation may be necessary.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6686
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5rc3-r829-w347"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a44530127e9c797199169a9
Added to database: 06/30/2026, 23:36:33 UTC
Last enriched: 07/01/2026, 00:00:44 UTC
Last updated: 07/01/2026, 00:56:07 UTC
Views: 3
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