MAL-2026-6873: Malicious code in router-kit (npm)
The router-kit npm package contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. 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. This threat affects multiple specific versions of the router-kit package.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The router-kit package distributed via npm is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, with potential unauthorized control by an outside entity. The malicious package affects numerous explicit versions, ranging from 0.1.1 through 2.1.0. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No patch or remediation is indicated, and removal of the package alone may not fully restore system integrity.
Potential Impact
Systems with any affected version of the router-kit package installed are fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise is severe enough that simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious components.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the router-kit package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised machines from a separate, secure device. Because full system compromise is indicated, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious artifacts. Patch status is not confirmed; no official fix or update is currently available.
MAL-2026-6873: Malicious code in router-kit (npm)
Description
The router-kit npm package contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. 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. This threat affects multiple specific versions of the router-kit package.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The router-kit package distributed via npm is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. According to the source details, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, with potential unauthorized control by an outside entity. The malicious package affects numerous explicit versions, ranging from 0.1.1 through 2.1.0. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No patch or remediation is indicated, and removal of the package alone may not fully restore system integrity.
Potential Impact
Systems with any affected version of the router-kit package installed are fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise is severe enough that simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious components.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the router-kit package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised machines from a separate, secure device. Because full system compromise is indicated, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious artifacts. Patch status is not confirmed; no official fix or update is currently available.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6873
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-fgc2-8wjr-56hg"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c342827e9c797195f9d21
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:04 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:23:13 UTC
Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:23:13 UTC
Views: 2
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