MAL-2026-6935: Malicious code in load-nuxt-dev (npm)
The npm package 'load-nuxt-dev' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted computer. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'load-nuxt-dev' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host computer, potentially allowing attackers to access sensitive information and control the system. Due to the nature of the compromise, removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity. Immediate secret and key rotation from a separate secure environment is recommended.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and must be rotated. The attacker may maintain persistence beyond package removal, indicating a deep compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'load-nuxt-dev' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised machines from a different, secure computer. Because the attacker may have established persistent control, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components.
MAL-2026-6935: Malicious code in load-nuxt-dev (npm)
Description
The npm package 'load-nuxt-dev' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted computer. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'load-nuxt-dev' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host computer, potentially allowing attackers to access sensitive information and control the system. Due to the nature of the compromise, removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity. Immediate secret and key rotation from a separate secure environment is recommended.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and must be rotated. The attacker may maintain persistence beyond package removal, indicating a deep compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'load-nuxt-dev' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised machines from a different, secure computer. Because the attacker may have established persistent control, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6935
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-6mpp-f748-7f4q"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4f10c9d9e3dbe328e1ac
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:22:24 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:52:59 UTC
Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:52:59 UTC
Views: 2
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