Malicious code in kamafhbnowct (npm)
The npm package 'kamafhbnowct' versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain malicious code or depend on a malicious package. Installation or use of this package can lead to full compromise of the affected system. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone may not fully eliminate the malicious presence.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'kamafhbnowct' npm package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 have been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that is malicious. Systems with this package installed or running are considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys on the affected system must be rotated from a different, secure machine. Simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise is expected if the package is installed or running. Attackers may have gained control over the system, risking exposure or theft of sensitive information including secrets and keys. The integrity and confidentiality of the affected system cannot be assured without comprehensive remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'kamafhbnowct' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, secure computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected environment to ensure removal of all malicious components. No official patch or fix is available.
Malicious code in kamafhbnowct (npm)
Description
The npm package 'kamafhbnowct' versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain malicious code or depend on a malicious package. Installation or use of this package can lead to full compromise of the affected system. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a secure environment. Removal of the package alone may not fully eliminate the malicious presence.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'kamafhbnowct' npm package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 have been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that is malicious. Systems with this package installed or running are considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys on the affected system must be rotated from a different, secure machine. Simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise is expected if the package is installed or running. Attackers may have gained control over the system, risking exposure or theft of sensitive information including secrets and keys. The integrity and confidentiality of the affected system cannot be assured without comprehensive remediation.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'kamafhbnowct' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, secure computer. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected environment to ensure removal of all malicious components. No official patch or fix is available.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-16450
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-j87m-pgqx-mpg5"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6ab36ffaf7a7c541065dd962
Added to database: 09/23/2026, 06:21:46 UTC
Last enriched: 09/23/2026, 06:22:32 UTC
Last updated: 09/23/2026, 07:23:32 UTC
Views: 3
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