MAL-2026-6946: Malicious code in @whs4/whs4_npm (npm)
The npm package @whs4/whs4_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, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a separate, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The @whs4/whs4_npm package is identified as containing malicious code that, once installed, fully compromises the host system. This compromise allows an attacker to gain control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials and keys stored on the system must be rotated from a different, secure machine. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to ensure complete remediation, as additional malicious artifacts may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with the @whs4/whs4_npm package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. This level of compromise can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and further malicious activity on the affected machine.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the @whs4/whs4_npm package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding the affected machine to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
MAL-2026-6946: Malicious code in @whs4/whs4_npm (npm)
Description
The npm package @whs4/whs4_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, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a separate, trusted device. Removing the package alone 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 @whs4/whs4_npm package is identified as containing malicious code that, once installed, fully compromises the host system. This compromise allows an attacker to gain control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials and keys stored on the system must be rotated from a different, secure machine. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to ensure complete remediation, as additional malicious artifacts may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with the @whs4/whs4_npm package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. This level of compromise can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and further malicious activity on the affected machine.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the @whs4/whs4_npm package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding the affected machine to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6946
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-85fx-62wv-932x"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4f09c9d9e3dbe328dfa1
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:22:17 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:51:31 UTC
Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:51:31 UTC
Views: 2
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