MAL-2026-6816: Malicious code in emojiprint-logger (npm)
The emojiprint-logger npm package versions 5.6.2 and 1.1.0 contain malicious code that can fully compromise any computer where the package is installed or running. This compromise may lead to unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious software introduced by the package.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The emojiprint-logger npm package versions 5.6.2 and 1.1.0 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of these versions can lead to a full system compromise, allowing attackers to gain control over the affected computer. The advisory warns that all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply removing the package may not fully remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced.
Potential Impact
Systems with emojiprint-logger versions 5.6.2 or 1.1.0 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the affected computer, risking exposure and theft of sensitive credentials, secrets, and keys. This level of compromise can lead to further unauthorized actions beyond the initial infection.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediate removal of the emojiprint-logger package versions 5.6.2 and 1.1.0 is recommended. However, because the system may be fully compromised, all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer should be rotated from a separate, trusted device. Additional forensic analysis and system restoration from clean backups should be considered to ensure complete eradication of malicious software.
MAL-2026-6816: Malicious code in emojiprint-logger (npm)
Description
The emojiprint-logger npm package versions 5.6.2 and 1.1.0 contain malicious code that can fully compromise any computer where the package is installed or running. This compromise may lead to unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious software introduced by the package.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The emojiprint-logger npm package versions 5.6.2 and 1.1.0 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of these versions can lead to a full system compromise, allowing attackers to gain control over the affected computer. The advisory warns that all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply removing the package may not fully remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced.
Potential Impact
Systems with emojiprint-logger versions 5.6.2 or 1.1.0 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the affected computer, risking exposure and theft of sensitive credentials, secrets, and keys. This level of compromise can lead to further unauthorized actions beyond the initial infection.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediate removal of the emojiprint-logger package versions 5.6.2 and 1.1.0 is recommended. However, because the system may be fully compromised, all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer should be rotated from a separate, trusted device. Additional forensic analysis and system restoration from clean backups should be considered to ensure complete eradication of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6816
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-8hx2-v9q6-66vf"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c344027e9c797195fb3e5
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:28 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:51:48 UTC
Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:51:48 UTC
Views: 2
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