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Malicious code in btree-lru-cache (npm)

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Critical
Published: 09/03/2026 (09/03/2026, 10:14:06 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: btree-lru-cache

Description

The npm package 'btree-lru-cache' version 2.1.0 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. Secrets and keys stored on such systems must be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine. Removing the package alone may not fully eliminate the malicious presence, as the attacker may have established persistent control.

Affected software

npmghsa
btree-lru-cache
Affected versions
=2.1.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/07/2026, 17:54:50 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'btree-lru-cache' npm package version 2.1.0 was found to include malicious code or rely on a dependency that contains malicious code. This compromises any computer running or having installed this package, potentially granting full control to an attacker. The advisory recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, secure environment and removal of the package, although removal does not guarantee complete remediation due to possible persistent compromise.

Potential Impact

Systems with 'btree-lru-cache' version 2.1.0 installed are considered fully compromised, implying that attackers may have full control over the affected machines. This includes potential exposure of all stored secrets and keys, which must be rotated immediately. The presence of malicious code means that attackers could perform unauthorized actions, data theft, or further malware deployment.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the 'btree-lru-cache' package version 2.1.0 from affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys from a different, secure computer to prevent further unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected machines to ensure complete removal of malicious components.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-15875
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-p5xg-f96c-j538"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a9ad4e9acd9273b49b676d2

Added to database: 09/04/2026, 14:25:45 UTC

Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 17:54:50 UTC

Last updated: 10/04/2026, 04:36:57 UTC

Views: 23

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