Malicious code in eth-tick (npm)
The eth-tick npm package versions 7.4.17 and 7.4.18 contain malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The eth-tick npm package versions 7.4.17 and 7.4.18 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of these versions results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to control the affected computer and access sensitive credentials. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious components introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Systems with eth-tick versions 7.4.17 or 7.4.18 installed or running are fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system and access to all stored secrets and keys, posing a critical risk to confidentiality and system integrity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the eth-tick package versions 7.4.17 and 7.4.18 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, secure computer. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious software.
Malicious code in eth-tick (npm)
Description
The eth-tick npm package versions 7.4.17 and 7.4.18 contain malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The eth-tick npm package versions 7.4.17 and 7.4.18 have been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of these versions results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to control the affected computer and access sensitive credentials. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious components introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Systems with eth-tick versions 7.4.17 or 7.4.18 installed or running are fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system and access to all stored secrets and keys, posing a critical risk to confidentiality and system integrity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the eth-tick package versions 7.4.17 and 7.4.18 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, secure computer. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6837
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-cqqh-cj4r-mwfr"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a4c343c27e9c797195fae9f
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:24 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 20:17:05 UTC
Last updated: 09/12/2026, 20:17:05 UTC
Views: 73
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