MAL-2026-6839: Malicious code in hjs-lint-builders (npm)
The hjs-lint-builders npm package version 1.0.4 contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise may lead to unauthorized access and control by an outside entity. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The npm package hjs-lint-builders version 1.0.4 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. According to the source advisory, installation or execution of this package results in full system compromise, potentially allowing attackers to gain control over the affected computer. 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 separate, uncompromised system to mitigate ongoing risk.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with hjs-lint-builders version 1.0.4 installed or running. Potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. Persistence of malicious software may remain even after package removal, posing ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the hjs-lint-builders package version 1.0.4 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a different, secure system. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components.
MAL-2026-6839: Malicious code in hjs-lint-builders (npm)
Description
The hjs-lint-builders npm package version 1.0.4 contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise may lead to unauthorized access and control by an outside entity. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The npm package hjs-lint-builders version 1.0.4 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. According to the source advisory, installation or execution of this package results in full system compromise, potentially allowing attackers to gain control over the affected computer. 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 separate, uncompromised system to mitigate ongoing risk.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with hjs-lint-builders version 1.0.4 installed or running. Potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. Persistence of malicious software may remain even after package removal, posing ongoing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the hjs-lint-builders package version 1.0.4 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a different, secure system. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6839
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-q5hg-f596-vmc7"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c343c27e9c797195faea5
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:24 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:26:22 UTC
Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:26:22 UTC
Views: 2
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