Malicious code in desmosisfire (npm)
Description
The npm package 'desmosisfire' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code or depends on a malicious package. Any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, and all stored secrets and keys must be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.
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Technical Analysis
The 'desmosisfire' npm package version 1.0.0 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a malicious dependency. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and GHSA malware advisories, installation or execution of this package results in full system compromise. The advisory strongly recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system. Due to the potential for persistent malicious presence beyond the package itself, removal of the package may not fully remediate the compromise.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'desmosisfire' version 1.0.0 installed are considered fully compromised, risking exposure of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer. The malicious code may allow an attacker full control over the system, leading to potential data theft, unauthorized access, and persistent malware presence.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'desmosisfire' package version 1.0.0 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a separate, secure computer. Because full system compromise is likely, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious software. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14454
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-mwq6-6g7q-rjxp"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a8d9ae7acd9273b493e1721
Added to database: 08/25/2026, 13:38:47 UTC
Last enriched: 09/10/2026, 19:02:32 UTC
Last updated: 10/02/2026, 14:21:57 UTC
Views: 27
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