Malicious code in big256-ts (npm)
The big256-ts npm package versions 5.0.3 and 5.0.4 contain 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, uncompromised machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of the malicious software or attacker control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The big256-ts package versions 5.0.3 and 5.0.4 distributed via npm include malicious code that fully compromises the host system. According to the source details, installation or execution of this package results in a complete system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to access all secrets and keys stored on the machine. Due to the depth of compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or attacker presence.
Potential Impact
Systems with big256-ts versions 5.0.3 or 5.0.4 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control of the affected computer, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. This represents a critical security breach with potential for extensive damage and data loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the big256-ts package versions 5.0.3 and 5.0.4 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious software. No official patch or fix is indicated; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.
Malicious code in big256-ts (npm)
Description
The big256-ts npm package versions 5.0.3 and 5.0.4 contain 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, uncompromised machine. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of the malicious software or attacker control.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The big256-ts package versions 5.0.3 and 5.0.4 distributed via npm include malicious code that fully compromises the host system. According to the source details, installation or execution of this package results in a complete system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to access all secrets and keys stored on the machine. Due to the depth of compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or attacker presence.
Potential Impact
Systems with big256-ts versions 5.0.3 or 5.0.4 installed or running are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control of the affected computer, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. This represents a critical security breach with potential for extensive damage and data loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the big256-ts package versions 5.0.3 and 5.0.4 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure computer. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious software. No official patch or fix is indicated; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6803
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-3w5h-8px3-5vhp"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a4c344327e9c797195fb5dc
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:31 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 20:01:50 UTC
Last updated: 09/13/2026, 11:51:57 UTC
Views: 90
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