MalwarePublished 31 Oct 2025Updated 3 Nov 2025

kubeflow (npm) · Malicious Code

Affects kubeflowSource GCVE Database

Malicious package : remove kubeflow and rotate any secrets on hosts that installed it.

Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 00:01 UTC

Classification

Malicious package

Published to npm · OSV MAL-2025-49304

What to do

Remove kubeflow from every project, lockfile and image that pulls it in. Treat any host that installed it as compromised: rotate the credentials, tokens and keys it could read, from a clean machine.

Affected software

Product	Affected	Fixed in
npmkubeflow	Affected =99.0.0	Fixed in–

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Description

The npm package 'kubeflow' version 99.0.0 contains malicious code that communicates with a domain linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. Installing or running this package can lead to full compromise of the affected computer, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets from a different machine are strongly advised, although removal may not fully eradicate the malicious presence.

Impact

Any computer with the 'kubeflow' package version 99.0.0 installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, risking exposure and theft of all secrets and keys stored on the system. The malicious code's communication with harmful domains and execution of malicious commands further increases the risk of data exfiltration and system manipulation.

Defensive guidance

Remove the 'kubeflow' package version 99.0.0 immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, trusted computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious software.

Summary

The 'kubeflow' npm package at version 99.0.0 has been identified as malicious by multiple sources including Amazon Inspector, GHSA Malware, and the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. The package exhibits malicious behavior by communicating with known malicious domains and executing commands indicative of compromise. Systems with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised, necessitating secret rotation and package removal. Due to potential persistent control by attackers, removal alone may not suffice to fully remediate the infection.

References

github.com/advisories/GHSA-5v64-wcgg-87wf (opens in a new tab)

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