MAL-2026-6801: Malicious code in big-numerate (npm)
The big-numerate npm package version 5.0.3 contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a complete security breach, requiring immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised machine. Removing the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by its installation.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The big-numerate package version 5.0.3 distributed via npm includes malicious code that compromises the host system entirely. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be treated as fully compromised. This includes potential unauthorized control by an external entity. The advisory warns that simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts, and all credentials stored on the system must be rotated from a secure environment.
Potential Impact
Complete system compromise on any computer with big-numerate version 5.0.3 installed. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated. The malicious code may have installed additional persistent malware beyond the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the big-numerate package version 5.0.3 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure machine. Because the system is fully compromised, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious software.
MAL-2026-6801: Malicious code in big-numerate (npm)
Description
The big-numerate npm package version 5.0.3 contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a complete security breach, requiring immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised machine. Removing the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by its installation.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The big-numerate package version 5.0.3 distributed via npm includes malicious code that compromises the host system entirely. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be treated as fully compromised. This includes potential unauthorized control by an external entity. The advisory warns that simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts, and all credentials stored on the system must be rotated from a secure environment.
Potential Impact
Complete system compromise on any computer with big-numerate version 5.0.3 installed. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated. The malicious code may have installed additional persistent malware beyond the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the big-numerate package version 5.0.3 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure machine. Because the system is fully compromised, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6801
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-wv8c-r64j-wqqm"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c344327e9c797195fb5e2
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:31 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:38:23 UTC
Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:38:23 UTC
Views: 2
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