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Malicious code in crazynut (npm)

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Critical
Published: 07/13/2026 (07/13/2026, 06:27:39 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: crazynut

Description

The npm package 'crazynut' contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installing or running this package may lead to full compromise of the affected computer, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Immediate removal of the package is recommended, and all secrets should be rotated from a separate, secure machine. However, removal of the package may not fully eliminate all malicious software introduced.

Affected software

npmghsa
crazynut

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/12/2026, 17:47:29 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'crazynut' npm package has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a malicious dependency. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and GitHub Security Advisories, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may grant attackers full control over the system, necessitating secret rotation and package removal. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts.

Potential Impact

Systems with the 'crazynut' package installed are at critical risk of full compromise. Attackers may gain complete control over the affected computer, exposing all stored secrets and keys. This can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and further malicious activities. The compromise is severe enough that secret rotation from a different, secure system is required to mitigate damage.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the 'crazynut' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised machines from a separate, secure computer. Due to the possibility of persistent malicious software, consider conducting a full system investigation and remediation beyond package removal. No official patch or fix is indicated; mitigation relies on removal and secret rotation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-10299
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-f3cg-jgrj-f48c"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a54adb368715ace438f4ae8

Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:19:47 UTC

Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 17:47:29 UTC

Last updated: 09/14/2026, 10:59:21 UTC

Views: 48

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