Malicious code in kartykgithub-multiversion-a (npm)
The npm package 'kartykgithub-multiversion-a' versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'kartykgithub-multiversion-a' npm package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain embedded malicious code that, when installed or executed, fully compromises the host system. This compromise allows an external entity to gain control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all credentials and secrets stored on the machine should be considered exposed and must be rotated from a secure environment. Removal of the package does not ensure complete eradication of the malicious presence.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running is fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control over the machine. All sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk of exposure and misuse. The compromise is severe enough that simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'kartykgithub-multiversion-a' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a separate, trusted device. Due to the full compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Malicious code in kartykgithub-multiversion-a (npm)
Description
The npm package 'kartykgithub-multiversion-a' versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'kartykgithub-multiversion-a' npm package versions 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 contain embedded malicious code that, when installed or executed, fully compromises the host system. This compromise allows an external entity to gain control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all credentials and secrets stored on the machine should be considered exposed and must be rotated from a secure environment. Removal of the package does not ensure complete eradication of the malicious presence.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running is fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control over the machine. All sensitive information such as secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk of exposure and misuse. The compromise is severe enough that simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'kartykgithub-multiversion-a' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a separate, trusted device. Due to the full compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-16272
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-p957-4pc7-x6hp"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6aac8ddc55bf5e2cf548ff2d
Added to database: 09/18/2026, 01:03:24 UTC
Last enriched: 09/18/2026, 01:22:43 UTC
Last updated: 09/18/2026, 01:22:43 UTC
Views: 2
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