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Malicious code in async-lock-queue (npm)

0
Critical
Published: 08/13/2026 (08/13/2026, 16:20:24 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: async-lock-queue

Description

The npm package async-lock-queue version 3.0.1 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installing or running this package can lead to a full compromise of the affected system. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removing the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software introduced by it.

Affected software

npmghsa
async-lock-queue
Affected versions
=3.0.1

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/14/2026, 16:48:27 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package async-lock-queue version 3.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a malicious dependency. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and the GitHub Security Advisory for malware, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code potentially grants full control to an outside entity, posing a severe security risk. Immediate secret and key rotation is advised from a separate, uncompromised system. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.

Potential Impact

Systems with async-lock-queue version 3.0.1 installed or running are at risk of full compromise, including unauthorized access and control by attackers. Sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system may be exposed and should be rotated. The presence of this package can lead to persistent malicious activity beyond the package itself.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the async-lock-queue package version 3.0.1 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure machine. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure removal of all malicious components. Monitor for any suspicious activity related to this compromise.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-13999
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-h6x7-5w93-p56j"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a7f43f1bf8831d5395d767d

Added to database: 08/14/2026, 16:36:01 UTC

Last enriched: 08/14/2026, 16:48:27 UTC

Last updated: 08/14/2026, 16:48:27 UTC

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