MAL-2026-6726: Malicious code in db-convertor (npm)
The db-convertor package on npm 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, uncompromised machine. Removing the package alone may not fully remediate the system as the attacker may have established persistent control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The db-convertor npm package has been identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises the host computer. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker potential full control over the system. Due to the nature of the compromise, secrets and keys stored on the affected machine are at risk and must be rotated from a secure environment. The package removal does not guarantee complete eradication of the malicious presence, indicating possible persistence mechanisms have been employed by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the db-convertor package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal, leading to ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the db-convertor package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machines from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation to detect and remove any persistent malicious components beyond the package itself. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.
MAL-2026-6726: Malicious code in db-convertor (npm)
Description
The db-convertor package on npm 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, uncompromised machine. Removing the package alone may not fully remediate the system as the attacker may have established persistent control.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The db-convertor npm package has been identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises the host computer. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker potential full control over the system. Due to the nature of the compromise, secrets and keys stored on the affected machine are at risk and must be rotated from a secure environment. The package removal does not guarantee complete eradication of the malicious presence, indicating possible persistence mechanisms have been employed by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the db-convertor package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal, leading to ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the db-convertor package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machines from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation to detect and remove any persistent malicious components beyond the package itself. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6726
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-p467-3jcx-48q5"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a46ece427e9c79719440eac
Added to database: 07/02/2026, 22:57:40 UTC
Last enriched: 07/02/2026, 23:26:08 UTC
Last updated: 07/02/2026, 23:26:08 UTC
Views: 2
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