MAL-2026-6869: Malicious code in react-native-template-my-starter (npm)
The npm package react-native-template-my-starter version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or executed. The compromise may allow an attacker to gain full control over the affected system. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components, and all secrets and keys on the compromised system should be rotated from a separate, secure device.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The react-native-template-my-starter npm package version 1.0.0 has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package can lead to a full system compromise, potentially granting attackers complete control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system is strongly advised, using a different, trusted computer to prevent further exposure.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer where react-native-template-my-starter version 1.0.0 is installed or running. Attackers may gain complete control over the system, risking exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. The presence of the malicious package may lead to persistent backdoors or other malicious software beyond the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the react-native-template-my-starter package version 1.0.0 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised computers from a separate, secure device. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding affected systems from a known good state to ensure complete removal of malicious software. Monitor for any suspicious activity related to the compromised systems.
MAL-2026-6869: Malicious code in react-native-template-my-starter (npm)
Description
The npm package react-native-template-my-starter version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or executed. The compromise may allow an attacker to gain full control over the affected system. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components, and all secrets and keys on the compromised system should be rotated from a separate, secure device.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The react-native-template-my-starter npm package version 1.0.0 has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package can lead to a full system compromise, potentially granting attackers complete control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system is strongly advised, using a different, trusted computer to prevent further exposure.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer where react-native-template-my-starter version 1.0.0 is installed or running. Attackers may gain complete control over the system, risking exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. The presence of the malicious package may lead to persistent backdoors or other malicious software beyond the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the react-native-template-my-starter package version 1.0.0 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised computers from a separate, secure device. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding affected systems from a known good state to ensure complete removal of malicious software. Monitor for any suspicious activity related to the compromised systems.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6869
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-7p9r-785r-fg9p"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c342827e9c797195f9d2d
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:04 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:23:37 UTC
Last updated: 07/07/2026, 01:01:05 UTC
Views: 4
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