MAL-2026-6962: Malicious code in gas-log (npm)
The npm package 'gas-log' 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 different, trusted machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'gas-log' npm package is identified as malicious software that, when installed or executed, fully compromises the host system. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access and control, making all stored secrets and keys vulnerable. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'gas-log' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, exposing all stored secrets and keys. This level of compromise poses a critical risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system and its data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'gas-log' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised machine to prevent further unauthorized access. Because the system is likely fully compromised, consider rebuilding or restoring the system from a known good backup to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
MAL-2026-6962: Malicious code in gas-log (npm)
Description
The npm package 'gas-log' 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 different, trusted machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'gas-log' npm package is identified as malicious software that, when installed or executed, fully compromises the host system. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access and control, making all stored secrets and keys vulnerable. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as additional malicious components may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'gas-log' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, exposing all stored secrets and keys. This level of compromise poses a critical risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system and its data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'gas-log' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised machine to prevent further unauthorized access. Because the system is likely fully compromised, consider rebuilding or restoring the system from a known good backup to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6962
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-24x9-3433-gqp9"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4ed4c9d9e3dbe3287dce
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:21:24 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:30:05 UTC
Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:30:05 UTC
Views: 2
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