Malicious code in chakll (npm)
The npm package 'chakll' version 1.0.0 is identified as malicious due to its communication with a domain linked to malicious activity. Installation or execution of this package may lead to full compromise of the affected system. Immediate removal of the package is advised, and all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated from a separate, trusted machine. However, removal of the package may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential deeper system compromise.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'chakll' npm package version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that communicates with a domain associated with malicious activity. According to the source advisory (GHSA-x86w-fpjg-whp5), any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. This implies that the package may have granted an attacker full control over the system. The advisory recommends immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply removing the package may not guarantee complete eradication of the malicious software introduced.
Potential Impact
Systems with the 'chakll' package version 1.0.0 installed or running are considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control over the system. This compromises all stored secrets and keys, necessitating immediate rotation from a secure environment. The malicious activity includes communication with a domain linked to malicious operations, indicating active data exfiltration or command and control. The compromise severity is high due to the total system control risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'chakll' package version 1.0.0 immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted machine. Due to the potential for full system compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete removal of malicious components. Monitor for any suspicious activity and avoid reinstalling the package. No official patch or fix is available as this is a malicious package rather than a vulnerability in legitimate software.
Malicious code in chakll (npm)
Description
The npm package 'chakll' version 1.0.0 is identified as malicious due to its communication with a domain linked to malicious activity. Installation or execution of this package may lead to full compromise of the affected system. Immediate removal of the package is advised, and all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated from a separate, trusted machine. However, removal of the package may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential deeper system compromise.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'chakll' npm package version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that communicates with a domain associated with malicious activity. According to the source advisory (GHSA-x86w-fpjg-whp5), any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. This implies that the package may have granted an attacker full control over the system. The advisory recommends immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply removing the package may not guarantee complete eradication of the malicious software introduced.
Potential Impact
Systems with the 'chakll' package version 1.0.0 installed or running are considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control over the system. This compromises all stored secrets and keys, necessitating immediate rotation from a secure environment. The malicious activity includes communication with a domain linked to malicious operations, indicating active data exfiltration or command and control. The compromise severity is high due to the total system control risk.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'chakll' package version 1.0.0 immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted machine. Due to the potential for full system compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete removal of malicious components. Monitor for any suspicious activity and avoid reinstalling the package. No official patch or fix is available as this is a malicious package rather than a vulnerability in legitimate software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2025-1210
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-x86w-fpjg-whp5"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a96f319acd9273b49e49705
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 15:45:29 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 09:23:15 UTC
Last updated: 09/09/2026, 20:18:54 UTC
Views: 4
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