Malicious code in kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg (npm)
The npm package 'kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise includes potential unauthorized control and access to secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system is strongly advised. However, removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software introduced by the compromise.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg' npm package is identified as containing malicious code that results in a full compromise of any computer where it is installed or executed. This compromise potentially grants attackers complete control over the system and access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not be sufficient to fully remediate the system, as additional malicious software may have been installed. Immediate secret/key rotation from a secure environment is recommended to mitigate further risk.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running, including potential unauthorized access to stored secrets and keys. This can lead to data breaches, unauthorized system control, and further malicious activity. The compromise is severe enough that removing the package alone does not guarantee complete remediation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised computers from a different, secure system. Due to the possibility of persistent malicious software beyond the package itself, consider full system remediation or rebuild to ensure complete removal of the threat.
Malicious code in kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg (npm)
Description
The npm package 'kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise includes potential unauthorized control and access to secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system is strongly advised. However, removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software introduced by the compromise.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg' npm package is identified as containing malicious code that results in a full compromise of any computer where it is installed or executed. This compromise potentially grants attackers complete control over the system and access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not be sufficient to fully remediate the system, as additional malicious software may have been installed. Immediate secret/key rotation from a secure environment is recommended to mitigate further risk.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running, including potential unauthorized access to stored secrets and keys. This can lead to data breaches, unauthorized system control, and further malicious activity. The compromise is severe enough that removing the package alone does not guarantee complete remediation.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'kartyk-github-single-ver-pkg' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised computers from a different, secure system. Due to the possibility of persistent malicious software beyond the package itself, consider full system remediation or rebuild to ensure complete removal of the threat.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-16245
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-4vpr-3r9p-p9fh"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6aab494755bf5e2cf5990413
Added to database: 09/17/2026, 01:58:31 UTC
Last enriched: 09/17/2026, 02:03:20 UTC
Last updated: 09/17/2026, 03:52:33 UTC
Views: 3
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