Malicious code in bigops-timeline-ui (npm)
The bigops-timeline-ui npm package version 35.5.8 contains malicious code that dynamically fetches and executes a platform-specific binary from suspicious Cloudflare Workers hosts and a DNS TXT record fallback. This binary is saved with disguised filenames and executed without integrity verification, indicating a fully compromised system upon installation. Immediate removal and secret/key rotation are advised due to potential full system compromise.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The bigops-timeline-ui package (version 35.5.8) includes code in its index.js that loads an adapter script which fetches a platform-specific binary from dynamically constructed Cloudflare Workers hostnames and a DNS TXT record fallback mechanism. The binary is base64-encoded and reassembled via DNS subdomain lookups, then written to hidden temporary files with cover-story names and executed with elevated permissions. There is no version pinning or signature verification, and the delivery mechanism uses anti-analysis techniques. This behavior is unrelated to any legitimate publisher for the package and results in full system compromise once installed.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have full control over the affected computer, potentially accessing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious components or backdoors. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the bigops-timeline-ui package version 35.5.8 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a different, trusted computer to prevent unauthorized access. Due to the nature of the compromise, assume full system compromise and consider rebuilding affected systems. No official patch or fix is currently available; monitor vendor advisories for updates.
Malicious code in bigops-timeline-ui (npm)
Description
The bigops-timeline-ui npm package version 35.5.8 contains malicious code that dynamically fetches and executes a platform-specific binary from suspicious Cloudflare Workers hosts and a DNS TXT record fallback. This binary is saved with disguised filenames and executed without integrity verification, indicating a fully compromised system upon installation. Immediate removal and secret/key rotation are advised due to potential full system compromise.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The bigops-timeline-ui package (version 35.5.8) includes code in its index.js that loads an adapter script which fetches a platform-specific binary from dynamically constructed Cloudflare Workers hostnames and a DNS TXT record fallback mechanism. The binary is base64-encoded and reassembled via DNS subdomain lookups, then written to hidden temporary files with cover-story names and executed with elevated permissions. There is no version pinning or signature verification, and the delivery mechanism uses anti-analysis techniques. This behavior is unrelated to any legitimate publisher for the package and results in full system compromise once installed.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have full control over the affected computer, potentially accessing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious components or backdoors. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is required.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the bigops-timeline-ui package version 35.5.8 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a different, trusted computer to prevent unauthorized access. Due to the nature of the compromise, assume full system compromise and consider rebuilding affected systems. No official patch or fix is currently available; monitor vendor advisories for updates.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-12845
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-27r4-hvh7-4hmh"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a74cfaebf8831d5391b23cd
Added to database: 08/06/2026, 18:17:18 UTC
Last enriched: 08/06/2026, 19:35:02 UTC
Last updated: 08/06/2026, 19:35:02 UTC
Views: 2
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