MAL-2026-6848: Malicious code in log-format-thread (npm)
The npm package 'log-format-thread' versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain malicious code. Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'log-format-thread' npm package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, potentially allowing an attacker to gain complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system must be rotated from a separate, trusted environment to prevent further unauthorized access.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'log-format-thread' versions 1.0.0 or 1.0.1 installed or running are fully compromised, meaning attackers may have complete control over the system. This includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive data, credentials, and system resources. The presence of this malicious package undermines the trustworthiness of the affected environment and may lead to further malicious activities.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'log-format-thread' package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 immediately. However, removal alone does not guarantee full remediation due to potential persistent malicious software. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised system from a different, secure machine. Conduct a thorough security assessment and consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure complete removal of malicious artifacts.
MAL-2026-6848: Malicious code in log-format-thread (npm)
Description
The npm package 'log-format-thread' versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain malicious code. Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'log-format-thread' npm package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, potentially allowing an attacker to gain complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system must be rotated from a separate, trusted environment to prevent further unauthorized access.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'log-format-thread' versions 1.0.0 or 1.0.1 installed or running are fully compromised, meaning attackers may have complete control over the system. This includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive data, credentials, and system resources. The presence of this malicious package undermines the trustworthiness of the affected environment and may lead to further malicious activities.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'log-format-thread' package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 immediately. However, removal alone does not guarantee full remediation due to potential persistent malicious software. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised system from a different, secure machine. Conduct a thorough security assessment and consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure complete removal of malicious artifacts.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6848
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-fw7h-6mmw-4jjr"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c343927e9c797195facf6
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:21 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:52:50 UTC
Last updated: 07/07/2026, 00:23:55 UTC
Views: 3
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