Malicious code in @diezyclutch/baileys (npm)
Description
The npm package @diezyclutch/baileys contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installing or running this package can lead to full compromise of the affected computer, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets from a different machine is strongly advised. However, removal may not fully eliminate the threat due to potential persistent malicious software.
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Technical Analysis
The @diezyclutch/baileys npm package was identified by Amazon Inspector and GHSA malware sources as containing malicious code or depending on malicious code. Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code can lead to complete control over the affected system by an outside entity. The recommended response is to remove the package and rotate all secrets and keys from a secure, unaffected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, removal of the package alone may not guarantee full remediation.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the @diezyclutch/baileys package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, secure computer. Consider the affected system fully compromised and perform a thorough investigation and remediation beyond just package removal.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-17618
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5f29-482c-j4rr"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6ac747b32cdf04f656f93646
Added to database: 10/08/2026, 07:35:15 UTC
Last enriched: 10/08/2026, 08:03:40 UTC
Last updated: 10/08/2026, 08:03:40 UTC
Views: 16
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