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Malicious code in abuden218 (npm)

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Critical
Published: 06/18/2026 (06/18/2026, 16:29:46 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: abuden218

Description

The npm package 'abuden218' version 1.7.7 is identified as malicious. It is published under a deceptive identity and does not function as a legitimate library. Instead, it contains a static web-proxy application with heavily obfuscated JavaScript files and includes a shell script for mass republishing under different names. Installing this package does not execute code immediately but leads to registry pollution and consumer deception. According to one source, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, and all secrets and keys on that system should be rotated. The package should be removed, but removal may not fully eliminate malicious presence.

Affected software

npmghsa
abuden218
Affected versions
=1.7.7

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/13/2026, 09:25:37 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'abuden218' npm package version 1.7.7 is a malicious package masquerading as a legitimate library. Its package.json misleads by declaring a main entry point that is actually a service-worker script not intended for Node.js. The package contents include a static web-proxy application with obfuscated JavaScript and a shell script that automates mass republishing under various names, contributing to registry pollution and deception. Although installation does not trigger immediate code execution, the package's presence indicates potential full system compromise, as per a malware advisory. The malicious payload includes code that opens an external URL on user interaction and obfuscated assets, suggesting intent to deceive and potentially facilitate further malicious activity.

Potential Impact

Installing the 'abuden218' package version 1.7.7 can lead to consumer deception and registry pollution. While it does not execute code during installation, the package's presence on a system is considered an indicator of full compromise by some sources. This implies that attackers may have gained control or installed additional malicious software. Secrets and keys stored on affected systems should be considered compromised and rotated immediately. Removal of the package alone may not guarantee complete remediation due to possible additional malware.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or fix is available for this malicious package. The recommended mitigation is to immediately remove the 'abuden218' package version 1.7.7 from all affected systems. Additionally, all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on those systems should be rotated from a secure, uncompromised environment. Due to the potential for full system compromise, further forensic analysis and remediation may be necessary. Users should avoid installing packages from untrusted or suspicious sources and verify package authenticity before use.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-6128
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-rjwh-287v-qm8m"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a54ad9a68715ace438f06be

Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:22 UTC

Last enriched: 07/13/2026, 09:25:37 UTC

Last updated: 07/23/2026, 16:09:56 UTC

Views: 10

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