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Malicious code in @baanx/abis (npm)

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Critical
Published: 09/21/2026 (09/21/2026, 17:15:31 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: @baanx/abis

Description

The npm package @baanx/abis version 9.9.11 contains malicious code that performs DNS-based exfiltration of the installer's host identity. During installation and runtime, it collects the OS username, hostname, and current working directory name, combines these with a timestamp and a specific prefix, and sends this data via DNS queries to an attacker-controlled domain. This behavior is disguised under misleading telemetry and connectivity probe comments. The package compromises the host system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys.

Affected software

npmghsa
@baanx/abis
Affected versions
=9.9.11

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/24/2026, 06:15:46 UTC

Technical Analysis

The @baanx/abis npm package version 9.9.11 declares an install script that executes code loading a module which collects sensitive host information (OS username, hostname, current working directory basename) and sends it via DNS resolution requests to a malicious domain (oob.algamil7x.xyz). The code is obfuscated using character code hex arrays and disguised with comments suggesting telemetry functionality. This exfiltration occurs automatically on npm install and on require, indicating persistent malicious behavior. The package is unrelated to legitimate smart-contract ABI libraries and represents a supply chain compromise.

Potential Impact

Any system with @baanx/abis version 9.9.11 installed or running is considered fully compromised. The attacker-controlled DNS queries leak host identity information, and the presence of this package implies potential full control by an attacker. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be considered exposed and must be rotated immediately. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors.

Mitigation Recommendations

Immediate removal of the @baanx/abis package version 9.9.11 is required. All secrets and keys stored on the affected system should be rotated from a separate, trusted environment. Due to the potential full compromise, consider rebuilding or restoring the system from a known good backup. No official patch or fix is available; the package itself is malicious. Monitor for any signs of persistent compromise beyond the package installation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-16351
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-598m-93qh-82f9"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6ab4be1df7a7c54106eee6b3

Added to database: 09/24/2026, 06:07:25 UTC

Last enriched: 09/24/2026, 06:15:46 UTC

Last updated: 09/24/2026, 08:01:59 UTC

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