MAL-2026-6818: Malicious code in env-axios (npm)
The npm package 'env-axios' version 1.3.6 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate secret and key rotation from a separate, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'env-axios' npm package version 1.3.6 is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package can lead to complete control of the computer by an attacker. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Simply removing the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious software may remain.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'env-axios' version 1.3.6 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise may persist beyond removal of the package, indicating potential presence of additional malware.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'env-axios' package version 1.3.6 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components. No official patch or fix is available; the package should be considered untrusted and avoided.
MAL-2026-6818: Malicious code in env-axios (npm)
Description
The npm package 'env-axios' version 1.3.6 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate secret and key rotation from a separate, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'env-axios' npm package version 1.3.6 is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package can lead to complete control of the computer by an attacker. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Simply removing the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious software may remain.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'env-axios' version 1.3.6 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise may persist beyond removal of the package, indicating potential presence of additional malware.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'env-axios' package version 1.3.6 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components. No official patch or fix is available; the package should be considered untrusted and avoided.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6818
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-jm6w-g7wc-hq29"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c343c27e9c797195faeb7
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:24 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:27:07 UTC
Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:27:07 UTC
Views: 2
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