Malicious code in kijai (npm)
The npm package 'kijai' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package results in full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'kijai' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. This implies that attackers may have gained full control over the affected system. The advisory recommends removing the package and rotating all secrets and keys from a separate, secure machine. No patch or fix is available, and the malicious package itself is the root cause of the compromise.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'kijai' package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the affected system are at risk and should be considered compromised. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts, indicating persistent or additional malware may be present.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'kijai' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, secure computer. Because the system is fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected machine to ensure removal of all malicious software. No official patch or fix is available for this malicious package.
Malicious code in kijai (npm)
Description
The npm package 'kijai' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. Installation of this package results in full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system is strongly advised.
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AI-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
The 'kijai' package in the npm ecosystem is identified as malicious software. According to the source advisory, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. This implies that attackers may have gained full control over the affected system. The advisory recommends removing the package and rotating all secrets and keys from a separate, secure machine. No patch or fix is available, and the malicious package itself is the root cause of the compromise.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'kijai' package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the affected system are at risk and should be considered compromised. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts, indicating persistent or additional malware may be present.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'kijai' package immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, secure computer. Because the system is fully compromised, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected machine to ensure removal of all malicious software. No official patch or fix is available for this malicious package.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-11014
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5mgj-24pj-pj6f"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a6151379c2644c7f8da7768
Added to database: 07/22/2026, 23:24:39 UTC
Last enriched: 07/23/2026, 00:11:59 UTC
Last updated: 07/23/2026, 03:43:31 UTC
Views: 5
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