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Malicious code in chakll (npm)

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Critical
Published: 02/03/2025 (02/03/2025, 17:25:15 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: chakll

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.

Affected software

npmghsa
chakll
Affected versions
=1.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/08/2026, 09:23:15 UTC

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.

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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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