MAL-2026-6973: Malicious code in gitlens (npm)
The npm package 'gitlens' version 9.4.0 has been identified as malicious by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. This version of the package communicates with domains linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided. There is no evidence of known exploits in the wild at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'gitlens' npm package at version 9.4.0 is flagged as malicious due to its communication with domains tied to malicious activity and execution of commands indicative of malicious behavior. This assessment comes from the OpenSSF Package Analysis project and is cataloged under MAL-2026-6973. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is available. The package is not a cloud service, and no vendor advisory or patch information is provided.
Potential Impact
Use of 'gitlens' version 9.4.0 may lead to compromise due to its malicious communication and command execution capabilities. This could result in unauthorized actions or data exposure depending on the commands executed and the nature of the external domains contacted. No confirmed exploitation in the wild has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available. Users should avoid using 'gitlens' version 9.4.0 and consider downgrading to a prior safe version or upgrading to a later version if available and verified safe. Monitor vendor advisories and trusted security sources for updates regarding remediation.
MAL-2026-6973: Malicious code in gitlens (npm)
Description
The npm package 'gitlens' version 9.4.0 has been identified as malicious by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. This version of the package communicates with domains linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided. There is no evidence of known exploits in the wild at this time.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'gitlens' npm package at version 9.4.0 is flagged as malicious due to its communication with domains tied to malicious activity and execution of commands indicative of malicious behavior. This assessment comes from the OpenSSF Package Analysis project and is cataloged under MAL-2026-6973. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is available. The package is not a cloud service, and no vendor advisory or patch information is provided.
Potential Impact
Use of 'gitlens' version 9.4.0 may lead to compromise due to its malicious communication and command execution capabilities. This could result in unauthorized actions or data exposure depending on the commands executed and the nature of the external domains contacted. No confirmed exploitation in the wild has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available. Users should avoid using 'gitlens' version 9.4.0 and consider downgrading to a prior safe version or upgrading to a later version if available and verified safe. Monitor vendor advisories and trusted security sources for updates regarding remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6973
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4ecdc9d9e3dbe32878f3
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:21:17 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:28:45 UTC
Last updated: 07/09/2026, 00:05:57 UTC
Views: 4
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