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Malicious code in kalasnik-npm-simple-test (npm)

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Critical
Published: 09/28/2026 (09/28/2026, 06:44:46 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: kalasnik-npm-simple-test

Description

The npm package 'kalasnik-npm-simple-test' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that executes during installation. Its postinstall script reads a local file and sends its contents over unencrypted HTTP to a remote server, indicating data exfiltration. Installation of this package compromises the host system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys.

Affected software

npmghsa
kalasnik-npm-simple-test
Affected versions
=1.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/29/2026, 04:58:20 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'kalasnik-npm-simple-test' npm package version 1.0.0 includes a postinstall script named send_data.js that automatically runs on npm install. This script reads the file C:\temp\test.txt from the installer's filesystem and transmits its contents via plain HTTP to a hardcoded remote endpoint at IP 35.178.197.251 on port 8080. The package metadata suggests it is a proof-of-concept exfiltration tool rather than a legitimate library. Due to this behavior, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised.

Potential Impact

Systems that install this package are at high risk of data exfiltration, as the postinstall script sends local file contents to an attacker-controlled server. This compromises confidentiality and potentially integrity of the host system. The presence of this package indicates a full compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the system should be considered exposed and rotated immediately.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the 'kalasnik-npm-simple-test' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system. Because the package grants potential full control to an attacker, simply removing it may not fully remediate the compromise; a full system investigation and potential rebuild is recommended.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-17206
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-pm4h-xrhq-vh62"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6abb41a5f7a7c54106cc391b

Added to database: 09/29/2026, 04:42:13 UTC

Last enriched: 09/29/2026, 04:58:20 UTC

Last updated: 09/29/2026, 18:00:10 UTC

Views: 14

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