MAL-2026-6798: Malicious code in argonflux (npm)
The npm package 'argonflux' version 2.0.1 contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'argonflux' npm package version 2.0.1 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, requiring secret and key rotation from a separate, secure machine. The package removal alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity due to potential persistent malicious software.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the affected package installed. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated. The presence of the package may allow an attacker persistent access beyond simple package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'argonflux' package version 2.0.1 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, secure computer. Due to the risk of persistent compromise, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
MAL-2026-6798: Malicious code in argonflux (npm)
Description
The npm package 'argonflux' version 2.0.1 contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'argonflux' npm package version 2.0.1 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, requiring secret and key rotation from a separate, secure machine. The package removal alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity due to potential persistent malicious software.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the affected package installed. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated. The presence of the package may allow an attacker persistent access beyond simple package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'argonflux' package version 2.0.1 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, secure computer. Due to the risk of persistent compromise, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6798
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5x7q-hcgw-g7x2"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c344327e9c797195fb5ec
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:31 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:38:13 UTC
Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:40:50 UTC
Views: 3
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