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MAL-2026-6838: Malicious code in hjs-biginteger (npm)

0
Critical
Published: 07/06/2026 (07/06/2026, 18:53:55 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: hjs-biginteger

Description

The hjs-biginteger package version 5.0.5 on npm contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise may allow an attacker to gain full control of the affected system. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a different, secure computer is strongly advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
hjs-biginteger
Affected versions
=5.0.5

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/06/2026, 23:52:46 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package hjs-biginteger version 5.0.5 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system. Installation or execution of this package can lead to full system compromise, potentially allowing attackers to access all secrets and keys stored on the machine. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts. The advisory recommends immediate secret/key rotation from a separate secure environment. There is no CVSS score or vendor patch information available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.

Potential Impact

Full system compromise on any computer with hjs-biginteger version 5.0.5 installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the affected system are at risk and should be considered compromised. The attacker may have persistent access beyond the presence of the malicious package itself.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the hjs-biginteger package version 5.0.5 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a different, secure machine. Because full system compromise is possible, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure all malicious components are eradicated. Patch status is not confirmed; no official fix or update is available. Monitor vendor advisories for updates.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-6838
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-375r-m6vq-m5qp"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a4c343927e9c797195facf9

Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:21 UTC

Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:52:46 UTC

Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:52:46 UTC

Views: 2

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