Malicious code in club-sauce (npm)
Description
The npm package 'club-sauce' version 9.9.11 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package may result in full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised computer is strongly advised.
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Technical Analysis
The 'club-sauce' npm package version 9.9.11 is identified as containing malicious code that can fully compromise an affected system. According to the source advisory (GHSA-vm8j-8r82-992m), any computer with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code potentially grants an outside entity full control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package may not remove all malicious artifacts. The advisory recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, secure computer to mitigate ongoing risk.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the affected package installed or running. Exposure and potential theft of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system. Persistent malicious presence may remain even after package removal, indicating a high risk of ongoing unauthorized access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'club-sauce' package version 9.9.11 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machines from a separate, secure computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious software. Monitor for any signs of continued compromise.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14107
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-vm8j-8r82-992m"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a96f319acd9273b49e496ef
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 15:45:29 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 09:23:36 UTC
Last updated: 10/01/2026, 22:43:30 UTC
Views: 27
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