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MAL-2026-6830: Malicious code in color-cli-log (npm)

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Critical
Published: 07/06/2026 (07/06/2026, 18:58:37 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: color-cli-log

Description

The color-cli-log npm package versions 2.0.0 and 2.1.0 contain malicious code. Any system with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is strongly advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
color-cli-log
Affected versions
=2.1.0=2.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/06/2026, 23:22:01 UTC

Technical Analysis

The color-cli-log package versions 2.0.0 and 2.1.0 distributed via npm contain malicious code that compromises the host system. According to the source advisory, installation or execution of this package results in full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to gain complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts. The advisory recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a trusted environment to mitigate potential credential theft or misuse.

Potential Impact

Systems with color-cli-log versions 2.0.0 or 2.1.0 installed are fully compromised, risking exposure of all secrets and keys stored on the system. Attackers may have persistent access and control, making data theft, credential compromise, and further malicious activity highly likely. Removal of the package alone does not ensure eradication of the threat.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the color-cli-log package versions 2.0.0 and 2.1.0 immediately. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a separate, uncompromised system to prevent misuse. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as full compromise is indicated and residual malicious software may remain. No official patch or fix is available; the package should be considered untrusted and avoided.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-6830
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-57f7-j94v-w2hw"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a4c342427e9c797195f9b7a

Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:00 UTC

Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:22:01 UTC

Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:22:01 UTC

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