MAL-2026-6954: Malicious code in wsh4_npm (npm)
The wsh4_npm package on the npm ecosystem 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, uncompromised machine. Removing the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The wsh4_npm package is identified as malicious software within the npm ecosystem. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the affected system, potentially granting attackers complete control. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors. Immediate secret and key rotation from a different, secure system is advised to mitigate ongoing risk.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the wsh4_npm package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the wsh4_npm package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system using a separate, trusted computer. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding the affected system from a known good state to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
MAL-2026-6954: Malicious code in wsh4_npm (npm)
Description
The wsh4_npm package on the npm ecosystem 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, uncompromised machine. Removing the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The wsh4_npm package is identified as malicious software within the npm ecosystem. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the affected system, potentially granting attackers complete control. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors. Immediate secret and key rotation from a different, secure system is advised to mitigate ongoing risk.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the wsh4_npm package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the wsh4_npm package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system using a separate, trusted computer. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding the affected system from a known good state to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6954
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-6h38-53x2-5jhm"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4f09c9d9e3dbe328dfa4
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:22:17 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:51:36 UTC
Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:51:36 UTC
Views: 2
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