Malicious code in eslint-plugin-totara (npm)
The npm package eslint-plugin-totara version 99.9.1 contains malicious code that communicates with a domain linked to malicious activity. Installation or execution of this package may lead to full compromise of the affected system. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components, and any secrets or keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, clean device.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The eslint-plugin-totara package at version 99.9.1 was identified as malicious by multiple sources including Amazon Inspector, GHSA malware reports, and the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. The package contains code that communicates with a domain associated with malicious activity, indicating it is designed to perform unauthorized or harmful actions. Systems with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised, as the malicious code may have granted external control. The package is flagged as a supply chain threat in the npm ecosystem.
Potential Impact
Systems with eslint-plugin-totara version 99.9.1 installed or running are at risk of full compromise. Attackers may have gained unauthorized access or control, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. The presence of malicious communication domains suggests data exfiltration or command and control activities. Simply removing the package does not guarantee eradication of all malicious artifacts.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the eslint-plugin-totara package version 99.9.1 immediately from all affected systems. Consider all systems with this package installed as fully compromised. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a separate, uncompromised device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of affected systems to ensure no residual malicious software remains. Monitor for any suspicious activity related to this compromise. Patch status is not applicable as this is a malicious package, not a vulnerability with a vendor fix.
Malicious code in eslint-plugin-totara (npm)
Description
The npm package eslint-plugin-totara version 99.9.1 contains malicious code that communicates with a domain linked to malicious activity. Installation or execution of this package may lead to full compromise of the affected system. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components, and any secrets or keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, clean device.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The eslint-plugin-totara package at version 99.9.1 was identified as malicious by multiple sources including Amazon Inspector, GHSA malware reports, and the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. The package contains code that communicates with a domain associated with malicious activity, indicating it is designed to perform unauthorized or harmful actions. Systems with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised, as the malicious code may have granted external control. The package is flagged as a supply chain threat in the npm ecosystem.
Potential Impact
Systems with eslint-plugin-totara version 99.9.1 installed or running are at risk of full compromise. Attackers may have gained unauthorized access or control, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. The presence of malicious communication domains suggests data exfiltration or command and control activities. Simply removing the package does not guarantee eradication of all malicious artifacts.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the eslint-plugin-totara package version 99.9.1 immediately from all affected systems. Consider all systems with this package installed as fully compromised. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a separate, uncompromised device. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of affected systems to ensure no residual malicious software remains. Monitor for any suspicious activity related to this compromise. Patch status is not applicable as this is a malicious package, not a vulnerability with a vendor fix.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-2846
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-gvr8-64fv-6p2h"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a42ed2627e9c797199345a5
Added to database: 06/29/2026, 22:09:42 UTC
Last enriched: 06/29/2026, 22:19:21 UTC
Last updated: 07/18/2026, 17:27:21 UTC
Views: 6
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