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Malicious code in @cloudways-lab/unified-design-system (npm)

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Critical
Published: 05/22/2026 (05/22/2026, 13:40:44 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: @cloudways-lab/unified-design-system

Description

The npm package '@cloudways-lab/unified-design-system' version 99.9.1 is identified as malicious. It communicates with a domain linked to malicious activity, indicating potential compromise of any system where it is installed. Removal of the package alone may not fully remediate the risk, as the system could be fully compromised. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on affected systems is advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
@cloudways-lab/unified-design-system
Affected versions
=99.9.1

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 06/29/2026, 22:21:18 UTC

Technical Analysis

The package '@cloudways-lab/unified-design-system' version 99.9.1 on npm has been flagged as malicious by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project and the GHSA malware database. The malicious nature is due to its communication with a domain associated with malicious activity. Systems with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, with potential unauthorized control by external actors. The package's presence poses a severe security risk, and removal does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components introduced.

Potential Impact

Any computer with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. This can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and further system compromise. Simply removing the package does not ensure complete remediation due to possible persistence mechanisms.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the '@cloudways-lab/unified-design-system' package version 99.9.1 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on those systems from a separate, trusted environment. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly auditing affected machines to ensure removal of all malicious artifacts.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-4257
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-rj2r-p6fv-4vx4"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a42ed2d27e9c79719934cc2

Added to database: 06/29/2026, 22:09:49 UTC

Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 22:21:18 UTC

Last updated: 07/26/2026, 02:02:00 UTC

Views: 7

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