Malicious code in keyed-mutex-map (npm)
The npm package 'keyed-mutex-map' version 2.1.2 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installation or execution 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 different, trusted machine. Removing the package alone may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential persistent control established by the attacker.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'keyed-mutex-map' npm package version 2.1.2 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that contains malicious code. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and GitHub Security Advisories, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code can lead to unauthorized control over the system, risking exposure of secrets and keys. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is recommended. Removal of the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'keyed-mutex-map' version 2.1.2 installed or running are considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control over the affected computer. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and system resources. Secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk of exposure and misuse.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'keyed-mutex-map' package version 2.1.2 from all affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys from a different, trusted machine to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or restoring the system from a known good backup to ensure complete removal of malicious code. Patch status is not applicable as this is a malicious package rather than a vulnerability with an official fix.
Malicious code in keyed-mutex-map (npm)
Description
The npm package 'keyed-mutex-map' version 2.1.2 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installation or execution 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 different, trusted machine. Removing the package alone may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential persistent control established by the attacker.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'keyed-mutex-map' npm package version 2.1.2 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that contains malicious code. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and GitHub Security Advisories, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code can lead to unauthorized control over the system, risking exposure of secrets and keys. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system is recommended. Removal of the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'keyed-mutex-map' version 2.1.2 installed or running are considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control over the affected computer. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and system resources. Secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk of exposure and misuse.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'keyed-mutex-map' package version 2.1.2 from all affected systems. Immediately rotate all secrets and keys from a different, trusted machine to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or restoring the system from a known good backup to ensure complete removal of malicious code. Patch status is not applicable as this is a malicious package rather than a vulnerability with an official fix.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14003
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-vcgv-x4wj-fr9f"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a7f43f1bf8831d5395d766d
Added to database: 08/14/2026, 16:36:01 UTC
Last enriched: 08/14/2026, 16:47:52 UTC
Last updated: 09/25/2026, 03:09:46 UTC
Views: 27
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