Malicious code in identitysecuretokenserv (npm)
The npm package 'identitysecuretokenserv' versions 10.0.0 and 20.0.0 contain malicious code. This package communicates with domains linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. Systems with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, and all secrets and keys stored on those systems must be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components due to potential full system compromise.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'identitysecuretokenserv' npm package versions 10.0.0 and 20.0.0 have been identified as malicious by multiple sources including Amazon Inspector, GHSA, and the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. The package is known to communicate with domains associated with malicious activity and executes commands indicative of malicious behavior. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, necessitating immediate secret and key rotation and thorough system remediation.
Potential Impact
Any computer with the 'identitysecuretokenserv' package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, potentially accessing all stored secrets and keys. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'identitysecuretokenserv' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised machines from a separate, secure system. Conduct a comprehensive investigation and remediation of the affected systems to ensure all malicious components are eradicated. Due to the potential full compromise, consider rebuilding affected systems from trusted backups or clean installations.
Malicious code in identitysecuretokenserv (npm)
Description
The npm package 'identitysecuretokenserv' versions 10.0.0 and 20.0.0 contain malicious code. This package communicates with domains linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. Systems with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, and all secrets and keys stored on those systems must be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components due to potential full system compromise.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'identitysecuretokenserv' npm package versions 10.0.0 and 20.0.0 have been identified as malicious by multiple sources including Amazon Inspector, GHSA, and the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. The package is known to communicate with domains associated with malicious activity and executes commands indicative of malicious behavior. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, necessitating immediate secret and key rotation and thorough system remediation.
Potential Impact
Any computer with the 'identitysecuretokenserv' package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, potentially accessing all stored secrets and keys. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'identitysecuretokenserv' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised machines from a separate, secure system. Conduct a comprehensive investigation and remediation of the affected systems to ensure all malicious components are eradicated. Due to the potential full compromise, consider rebuilding affected systems from trusted backups or clean installations.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-4164
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-2g7g-rqj2-26hv"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a8c4c74acd9273b499c0e46
Added to database: 08/24/2026, 13:51:48 UTC
Last enriched: 08/24/2026, 14:29:25 UTC
Last updated: 08/25/2026, 00:56:07 UTC
Views: 29
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