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Malicious code in h3client (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/30/2026 (08/30/2026, 16:35:22 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: h3client

Description

The npm package 'h3client' was found to contain malicious code or a dependency with malicious code. Any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software, and all secrets and keys on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted machine.

Affected software

npmghsa
h3client

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/08/2026, 17:23:52 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'h3client' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code or depending on a malicious package. This compromises any computer where it is installed or running, potentially granting full control to an attacker. The advisory warns that simply removing the package may not fully remediate the infection, as the attacker may have already established persistence or installed additional malware.

Potential Impact

Systems with the 'h3client' package installed are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, risking exposure or theft of secrets, keys, and sensitive data. The presence of this package can lead to severe security breaches and loss of system integrity.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the 'h3client' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted computer. Because full control may have been given to an attacker, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure complete remediation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-15585
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-89vf-5xgx-fhq7"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a95a108acd9273b4947eb2d

Added to database: 08/31/2026, 15:43:04 UTC

Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 17:23:52 UTC

Last updated: 10/04/2026, 05:58:47 UTC

Views: 47

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