Malicious code in documenclient (npm)
Description
The npm package 'documenclient' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Immediate removal of the package is advised, but full remediation may require rotating all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system due to potential persistent control by an attacker.
Affected software
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Technical Analysis
The 'documenclient' npm package is identified as malicious software. Installing or running this package results in a complete compromise of the host system, granting attackers full control. The compromise includes potential exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package alone may not suffice to eliminate the threat, as attackers may have installed additional malicious components. Therefore, all credentials should be rotated from a secure environment to mitigate ongoing risk.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'documenclient' package installed is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained persistent control, leading to exposure and potential misuse of all secrets and keys stored on the system. The integrity and confidentiality of the affected system and its data are severely impacted.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'documenclient' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted computer to prevent unauthorized access. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, further forensic analysis and system restoration from clean backups are recommended to ensure complete remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-17624
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-648r-w4vm-vvvp"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6ac415b52cdf04f6563b4ee8
Added to database: 10/05/2026, 21:25:09 UTC
Last enriched: 10/05/2026, 21:27:55 UTC
Last updated: 10/05/2026, 21:27:55 UTC
Views: 8
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