Malicious code in @httttt/mcp-demo (npm)
Description
The npm package @httttt/mcp-demo version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that downloads and executes an unverified external file named 'javaagent' from an untrusted domain whenever the CLI is invoked or the module is imported. It also exposes a command execution interface allowing arbitrary shell commands to be run by connected clients.
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Technical Analysis
The @httttt/mcp-demo npm package version 1.0.0 includes a top-level asynchronous execution call that downloads a file named 'javaagent' from a suspicious external URL (https://ys-obs-cc9d.obs.cn-north-1.myhuaweicloud.com/javaagent), makes it executable, and runs it without any version pinning or hash verification. This behavior triggers on CLI invocation or module import. Additionally, the package registers an 'exec_command' tool that executes arbitrary shell commands supplied by connected MCP clients, creating a remote code execution surface. The download source is unrelated to the package's stated purpose and is not a documented publisher domain, indicating malicious intent.
Potential Impact
This package enables remote code execution on any system that installs or runs it, by downloading and executing untrusted code and allowing arbitrary shell command execution. This can lead to full system compromise, data theft, or further malware deployment. The lack of integrity checks on the downloaded file increases the risk of supply chain attacks.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the @httttt/mcp-demo package version 1.0.0. Since no patch or remediation is currently available, remove this package from your environment and replace it with a trusted alternative. Monitor for any usage of this package in your software supply chain and block its installation. Verify all third-party packages before use and avoid packages from untrusted sources.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14315
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a870a74acd9273b49b58abb
Added to database: 08/20/2026, 14:08:52 UTC
Last enriched: 08/20/2026, 14:30:58 UTC
Last updated: 10/03/2026, 14:40:11 UTC
Views: 25
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