Malicious code in @deepaksilaych/sess (npm)
The npm package @deepaksilaych/sess contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise includes potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The @deepaksilaych/sess package distributed via npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, allowing attackers to gain control over the affected computer. This includes access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package may not restore system integrity, as additional malicious components may have been installed.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of the affected system, including unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. Potential persistent control by an attacker even after removal of the malicious package.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the @deepaksilaych/sess package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Because the system may remain compromised after removal, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected machines to ensure complete eradication of malicious software.
Malicious code in @deepaksilaych/sess (npm)
Description
The npm package @deepaksilaych/sess contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise includes potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The @deepaksilaych/sess package distributed via npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, allowing attackers to gain control over the affected computer. This includes access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package may not restore system integrity, as additional malicious components may have been installed.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of the affected system, including unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. Potential persistent control by an attacker even after removal of the malicious package.
Defensive Guidance
Immediately remove the @deepaksilaych/sess package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer. Because the system may remain compromised after removal, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected machines to ensure complete eradication of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14412
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-wxfm-64xv-2h3m"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a8c7437acd9273b49d5e224
Added to database: 08/24/2026, 16:41:27 UTC
Last enriched: 08/24/2026, 16:53:28 UTC
Last updated: 08/25/2026, 00:04:57 UTC
Views: 4
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