MAL-2026-6757: Malicious code in vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter (npm)
The npm package 'vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter' version 0.1.2 contains malicious code that executes a reverse shell during installation. Specifically, its postinstall script runs a node command that opens a TCP connection to a hardcoded IP address and port, providing the remote operator with an interactive shell on the installer's host. This behavior enables arbitrary command execution, credential theft, and persistence. The package's intended functionality does not require such outbound connections, confirming the presence of a backdoor.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter' npm package version 0.1.2 includes a postinstall lifecycle script that executes an inline Node.js command opening a TCP socket to 185.112.147.174:7007. This socket is bidirectionally piped to a spawned '/bin/sh' shell, granting the remote operator an interactive shell with the installing user's privileges immediately upon 'npm install'. This constitutes an install-time remote code execution backdoor enabling arbitrary command execution and potential credential theft. The package's declared purpose as a VPS maintenance adapter does not justify this behavior, indicating malicious intent.
Potential Impact
Successful installation of this package version results in immediate remote code execution on the host system with the privileges of the installing user. This can lead to unauthorized command execution, credential theft, persistence mechanisms, and full system compromise depending on user privileges.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available for this malicious package version. Users should avoid installing 'vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter' version 0.1.2. Remove any installations of this package from systems and audit affected hosts for signs of compromise. Use trusted sources and verify package integrity before installation.
MAL-2026-6757: Malicious code in vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter (npm)
Description
The npm package 'vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter' version 0.1.2 contains malicious code that executes a reverse shell during installation. Specifically, its postinstall script runs a node command that opens a TCP connection to a hardcoded IP address and port, providing the remote operator with an interactive shell on the installer's host. This behavior enables arbitrary command execution, credential theft, and persistence. The package's intended functionality does not require such outbound connections, confirming the presence of a backdoor.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter' npm package version 0.1.2 includes a postinstall lifecycle script that executes an inline Node.js command opening a TCP socket to 185.112.147.174:7007. This socket is bidirectionally piped to a spawned '/bin/sh' shell, granting the remote operator an interactive shell with the installing user's privileges immediately upon 'npm install'. This constitutes an install-time remote code execution backdoor enabling arbitrary command execution and potential credential theft. The package's declared purpose as a VPS maintenance adapter does not justify this behavior, indicating malicious intent.
Potential Impact
Successful installation of this package version results in immediate remote code execution on the host system with the privileges of the installing user. This can lead to unauthorized command execution, credential theft, persistence mechanisms, and full system compromise depending on user privileges.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available for this malicious package version. Users should avoid installing 'vps-maintenance-paperclip-adapter' version 0.1.2. Remove any installations of this package from systems and audit affected hosts for signs of compromise. Use trusted sources and verify package integrity before installation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6757
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a498a7327e9c7971936e8a0
Added to database: 07/04/2026, 22:34:27 UTC
Last enriched: 07/04/2026, 22:37:09 UTC
Last updated: 07/04/2026, 23:54:08 UTC
Views: 4
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