Malicious code in getd-eslint-rules (npm)
The npm package 'getd-eslint-rules' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code that exfiltrates host identifiers to a third-party URL upon installation. It collects data such as hostname, username, platform, current working directory, CI environment variable, and package details, sending them via an HTTPS GET request without user consent. The package is a typo-squatting artifact targeting users who mistype ESLint rules package names. Installation of this package may lead to full system compromise, requiring immediate secret and key rotation and package removal.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'getd-eslint-rules' npm package (version 0.0.1) includes a postinstall script that automatically collects host environment identifiers (os.hostname, os.userInfo username, os.platform, current working directory, CI environment variable, and package name/version) and sends them as query parameters in an HTTPS GET request to a hardcoded webhook.site URL. This exfiltration occurs silently during installation, with errors suppressed. Although the package claims to be a 'defensive typo-squat' research artifact, it effectively leaks sensitive environment information without consent. The package name is designed to catch users who mistype ESLint rules package names, increasing the likelihood of accidental installation. According to source advisories, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, necessitating immediate secret/key rotation and removal of the package, though removal may not guarantee full remediation due to potential further compromise.
Potential Impact
Installation of this package results in unauthorized exfiltration of host environment identifiers to an external collector. The package is considered fully compromising the affected system, implying potential unauthorized access or control. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately. The presence of this package indicates a high risk of further malicious activity beyond the initial data exfiltration.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'getd-eslint-rules' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised systems from a separate, trusted environment. Due to the potential for full system compromise, further forensic analysis and remediation may be necessary. No official patch or fix is available; the package should be avoided entirely. Monitor for any signs of persistent compromise.
Malicious code in getd-eslint-rules (npm)
Description
The npm package 'getd-eslint-rules' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code that exfiltrates host identifiers to a third-party URL upon installation. It collects data such as hostname, username, platform, current working directory, CI environment variable, and package details, sending them via an HTTPS GET request without user consent. The package is a typo-squatting artifact targeting users who mistype ESLint rules package names. Installation of this package may lead to full system compromise, requiring immediate secret and key rotation and package removal.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'getd-eslint-rules' npm package (version 0.0.1) includes a postinstall script that automatically collects host environment identifiers (os.hostname, os.userInfo username, os.platform, current working directory, CI environment variable, and package name/version) and sends them as query parameters in an HTTPS GET request to a hardcoded webhook.site URL. This exfiltration occurs silently during installation, with errors suppressed. Although the package claims to be a 'defensive typo-squat' research artifact, it effectively leaks sensitive environment information without consent. The package name is designed to catch users who mistype ESLint rules package names, increasing the likelihood of accidental installation. According to source advisories, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, necessitating immediate secret/key rotation and removal of the package, though removal may not guarantee full remediation due to potential further compromise.
Potential Impact
Installation of this package results in unauthorized exfiltration of host environment identifiers to an external collector. The package is considered fully compromising the affected system, implying potential unauthorized access or control. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately. The presence of this package indicates a high risk of further malicious activity beyond the initial data exfiltration.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'getd-eslint-rules' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised systems from a separate, trusted environment. Due to the potential for full system compromise, further forensic analysis and remediation may be necessary. No official patch or fix is available; the package should be avoided entirely. Monitor for any signs of persistent compromise.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-5466
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-jqwv-7cxv-rhvm"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a54adf168715ace438f6cb2
Added to database: 07/13/2026, 09:20:49 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 17:04:01 UTC
Last updated: 09/13/2026, 00:40:10 UTC
Views: 30
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