Malicious code in axios-native (npm)
Description
The npm package 'axios-native' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee eradication of the malicious software or attacker control.
Affected software
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Technical Analysis
The 'axios-native' package on npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, potentially allowing an attacker to gain complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the affected system must be rotated from a separate, trusted environment. Simply uninstalling the package is insufficient to ensure removal of all malicious components or attacker persistence.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all secrets and keys stored on the system. Persistent malicious software may remain even after package removal.
Defensive Guidance
Immediately remove the 'axios-native' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected systems as removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software or attacker presence.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10772
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-9j78-5mc3-56h7"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a5b60942d1edb114c84a516
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 11:16:36 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 23:20:57 UTC
Last updated: 10/02/2026, 23:04:23 UTC
Views: 123
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