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MAL-2026-6947: Malicious code in paperclip-host-utils (npm)

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Critical
Published: 07/07/2026 (07/07/2026, 16:16:40 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: paperclip-host-utils

Description

The npm package 'paperclip-host-utils' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software installed as a result. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system is strongly advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
paperclip-host-utils

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Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/08/2026, 13:51:54 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'paperclip-host-utils' npm package is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in full compromise of the affected computer, potentially allowing an outside entity complete control. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply removing the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced. The advisory recommends treating any system with this package as fully compromised and rotating all secrets and keys from a separate, secure system.

Potential Impact

Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. Potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the system. Persistent malicious software may remain even after package removal.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the 'paperclip-host-utils' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, secure computer. Assume the system is fully compromised and consider rebuilding or restoring from a known good backup. No official patch or fix is available as this is a malicious package rather than a vulnerability in legitimate software.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-6947
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-m74w-fv2m-jcvw"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a4e4f0cc9d9e3dbe328e01f

Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:22:20 UTC

Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:51:54 UTC

Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:51:54 UTC

Views: 2

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