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Malicious code in identitysecuretokenserv (npm)

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Critical
Published: 05/19/2026 (05/19/2026, 08:00:43 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: identitysecuretokenserv

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

npmghsa
identitysecuretokenserv
Affected versions
=10.0.0=20.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/24/2026, 14:29:25 UTC

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.

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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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