MalwarePublished 13 Jul 2026

backupgenuine-updated (npm) · Malicious Code

Affects backupgenuine-updatedSource GCVE Database

Malicious package : remove backupgenuine-updated and rotate any secrets on hosts that installed it.

Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 15:56 UTC

Classification

Malicious package

Published to npm · OSV MAL-2026-10290

What to do

Remove backupgenuine-updated from every project, lockfile and image that pulls it in. Treat any host that installed it as compromised: rotate the credentials, tokens and keys it could read, from a clean machine.

Affected software

Product	Affected	Fixed in
npmbackupgenuine-updated	Affected =2.0.0	Fixed in–

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Description

The npm package 'backupgenuine-updated' 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 computer should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.

Impact

Complete compromise of any system running or having installed the 'backupgenuine-updated' package. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are exposed and must be considered compromised. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.

Defensive guidance

Immediately remove the 'backupgenuine-updated' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials that were stored or used on the compromised machines from a separate, secure system. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected systems, as removal of the package alone does not guarantee full eradication of malicious components.

Summary

The 'backupgenuine-updated' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to control the affected computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and must be rotated from a secure environment. The package removal is insufficient to fully remediate the infection because the attacker may have deployed additional persistent malicious components.

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