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Malicious code in element-utils-guci (npm)

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Critical
Published: 09/03/2026 (09/03/2026, 08:38:43 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: element-utils-guci

Description

The npm package element-utils-guci version 1.0.0 contains malicious code or depends on a malicious package. Installation or execution of this package can lead to full compromise of the affected system. It is strongly advised to remove the package and rotate all secrets and keys from a different, trusted system. Due to potential full system compromise, removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components.

Affected software

npmghsa
element-utils-guci
Affected versions
=1.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/07/2026, 18:08:33 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package element-utils-guci version 1.0.0 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency with malicious code. Systems with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised, as the malicious code may grant attackers full control. Immediate remediation involves removal of the package and rotation of all secrets and keys from a secure environment. There is no guarantee that removing the package will fully eradicate all malicious software introduced by its installation.

Potential Impact

Any computer with element-utils-guci version 1.0.0 installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, risking exposure or theft of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise is severe enough that simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the element-utils-guci package version 1.0.0 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted machine. Due to the potential full system compromise, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-15882
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-xmq8-5hmm-8m7p"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a9ad4e9acd9273b49b676a8

Added to database: 09/04/2026, 14:25:45 UTC

Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 18:08:33 UTC

Last updated: 10/04/2026, 00:49:58 UTC

Views: 21

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