Malicious code in @aircanada/components (npm)
Description
The npm package '@aircanada/components' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or executed. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a separate, secure machine. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
Affected software
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Technical Analysis
The '@aircanada/components' package on npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host computer. The attacker may have established persistent control, making removal of the package insufficient to fully remediate the infection. Immediate secret and key rotation from a different, uncompromised system is advised to mitigate credential exposure.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed is considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control. All sensitive credentials and keys stored on the system are at risk and must be rotated. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of the threat due to possible persistent malicious software installed alongside.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the '@aircanada/components' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removing the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-16018
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-w6c3-rrw8-wxrx"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a9f911bacd9273b49ff38b2
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 04:37:47 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 04:53:00 UTC
Last updated: 10/01/2026, 23:21:30 UTC
Views: 80
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