MAL-2026-6934: Malicious code in load-nuxt (npm)
The load-nuxt package on npm contains 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 separate, secure machine. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The load-nuxt npm package is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker complete control over the host computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all credentials and secrets stored on the system must be rotated from a different, uncompromised device. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with the load-nuxt package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Attackers may have full control over the system, leading to data theft, unauthorized access, and persistent malicious presence.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the load-nuxt package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure computer. Because the system is likely fully compromised, consider rebuilding or restoring the system from a known good backup to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
MAL-2026-6934: Malicious code in load-nuxt (npm)
Description
The load-nuxt package on npm contains 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 separate, secure 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 load-nuxt npm package is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker complete control over the host computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all credentials and secrets stored on the system must be rotated from a different, uncompromised device. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with the load-nuxt package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Attackers may have full control over the system, leading to data theft, unauthorized access, and persistent malicious presence.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the load-nuxt package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure computer. Because the system is likely fully compromised, consider rebuilding or restoring the system from a known good backup to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6934
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-qqp7-wmv2-mp34"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4f10c9d9e3dbe328e1af
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:22:24 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:53:03 UTC
Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:53:03 UTC
Views: 2
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