Malicious code in hrp987 (npm)
The npm package 'hrp987' contains malicious code that communicates with a domain linked to malicious activity. Installation or execution of this package can lead to a full compromise of the affected computer. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removing the package alone may not fully eliminate the malicious presence, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'hrp987' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious due to its communication with a domain associated with malicious activity. According to the source details, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The attacker may have gained full control over the system, making it necessary to rotate all secrets and keys from a separate secure environment. Removal of the package is recommended but may not guarantee complete remediation due to potential persistence mechanisms.
Potential Impact
Systems with the 'hrp987' package installed or running are considered fully compromised, implying that attackers may have unauthorized control over the system. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and should be rotated immediately. The presence of this package can lead to significant security breaches, data loss, or further malicious activity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'hrp987' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a different, secure computer. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system or performing a thorough forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
Malicious code in hrp987 (npm)
Description
The npm package 'hrp987' contains malicious code that communicates with a domain linked to malicious activity. Installation or execution of this package can lead to a full compromise of the affected computer. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Removing the package alone may not fully eliminate the malicious presence, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'hrp987' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious due to its communication with a domain associated with malicious activity. According to the source details, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The attacker may have gained full control over the system, making it necessary to rotate all secrets and keys from a separate secure environment. Removal of the package is recommended but may not guarantee complete remediation due to potential persistence mechanisms.
Potential Impact
Systems with the 'hrp987' package installed or running are considered fully compromised, implying that attackers may have unauthorized control over the system. All stored secrets and keys on the affected system are at risk and should be rotated immediately. The presence of this package can lead to significant security breaches, data loss, or further malicious activity.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'hrp987' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a different, secure computer. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system or performing a thorough forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2025-47118
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-wgc4-hm5f-vjx5"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a96f318acd9273b49e495e5
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 15:45:28 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 10:53:06 UTC
Last updated: 09/08/2026, 10:53:06 UTC
Views: 3
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