MAL-2026-6899: Malicious code in twcompose-utils (npm)
The npm package twcompose-utils versions 0.7.6 and 0.7.7 contain malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, requiring immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, trusted machine. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The twcompose-utils npm package versions 0.7.6 and 0.7.7 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of these versions results in full compromise of the affected system, potentially allowing an attacker complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Systems with twcompose-utils versions 0.7.6 or 0.7.7 installed or running are fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, risking exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise extends beyond the package itself, as malicious software introduced may remain even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the twcompose-utils package versions 0.7.6 and 0.7.7 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software.
MAL-2026-6899: Malicious code in twcompose-utils (npm)
Description
The npm package twcompose-utils versions 0.7.6 and 0.7.7 contain malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, requiring immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, trusted machine. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The twcompose-utils npm package versions 0.7.6 and 0.7.7 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of these versions results in full compromise of the affected system, potentially allowing an attacker complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys stored on the system should be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Systems with twcompose-utils versions 0.7.6 or 0.7.7 installed or running are fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, risking exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise extends beyond the package itself, as malicious software introduced may remain even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the twcompose-utils package versions 0.7.6 and 0.7.7 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6899
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-pc7p-pxpj-3cw5"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c342127e9c797195f9a5b
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:02:57 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:21:50 UTC
Last updated: 07/06/2026, 23:21:50 UTC
Views: 2
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