MAL-2026-6936: Malicious code in nonexistent-package (npm)
The npm package 'nonexistent-package' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer from a separate, secure device is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'nonexistent-package' in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the affected computer, potentially allowing an attacker to control the system and access sensitive information. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced. The advisory recommends treating any system with this package as fully compromised and taking immediate remediation steps such as secret rotation from a different machine.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and should be rotated immediately. Removal of the package alone does not ensure complete remediation due to potential persistent malicious software.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'nonexistent-package' from affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer from a separate, secure device. Consider the system fully compromised and perform comprehensive incident response and remediation beyond package removal.
MAL-2026-6936: Malicious code in nonexistent-package (npm)
Description
The npm package 'nonexistent-package' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer from a separate, secure device is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'nonexistent-package' in the npm ecosystem is identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the affected computer, potentially allowing an attacker to control the system and access sensitive information. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced. The advisory recommends treating any system with this package as fully compromised and taking immediate remediation steps such as secret rotation from a different machine.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and should be rotated immediately. Removal of the package alone does not ensure complete remediation due to potential persistent malicious software.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'nonexistent-package' from affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer from a separate, secure device. Consider the system fully compromised and perform comprehensive incident response and remediation beyond package removal.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6936
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-wxvr-4mc8-3qvj"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4f10c9d9e3dbe328e1b8
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:22:24 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:53:22 UTC
Last updated: 07/09/2026, 03:23:17 UTC
Views: 6
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