Malicious code in @ai-agent-node/agent-node (npm)
The npm package '@ai-agent-node/agent-node' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, secure device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The '@ai-agent-node/agent-node' package on npm has been identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker full control over the compromised computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the system must be rotated from a separate, uncompromised machine. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to restore system integrity, as additional malicious artifacts may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers complete control over the machine. Sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system may be exposed or stolen. The compromise may persist even after removal of the package, indicating possible persistence mechanisms or additional malware installed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the '@ai-agent-node/agent-node' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials that were stored or used on the compromised machines from a secure, separate device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected systems, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee full eradication of malicious software. Consider rebuilding or restoring systems from known good backups to ensure complete removal of the compromise.
Malicious code in @ai-agent-node/agent-node (npm)
Description
The npm package '@ai-agent-node/agent-node' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, secure device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The '@ai-agent-node/agent-node' package on npm has been identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises affected systems. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker full control over the compromised computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the system must be rotated from a separate, uncompromised machine. The package removal is necessary but insufficient to restore system integrity, as additional malicious artifacts may persist.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers complete control over the machine. Sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system may be exposed or stolen. The compromise may persist even after removal of the package, indicating possible persistence mechanisms or additional malware installed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the '@ai-agent-node/agent-node' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials that were stored or used on the compromised machines from a secure, separate device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected systems, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee full eradication of malicious software. Consider rebuilding or restoring systems from known good backups to ensure complete removal of the compromise.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-11171
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-h95p-8cf6-7qrc"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a6ae5389c2644c7f8986c08
Added to database: 07/30/2026, 05:46:32 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 07:08:17 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 01:53:54 UTC
Views: 10
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