Malicious code in lint-nuler (npm)
--- _-= Per source details. Do not edit below this line.=-_ ## Source: ghsa-malware (3f9e0e240b15ecbe934992f121b12fa84d736e4432e20346c7860941517acaf2) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'lint-nuler' package version 1.0.4 distributed via npm is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system. Installation or execution of this package can grant an attacker full control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials stored on the system should be considered exposed and rotated immediately. Removal of the package is necessary but may not fully remediate the infection as additional malicious components could have been installed.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with 'lint-nuler' version 1.0.4 installed or running. Exposure of all secrets and keys stored on the system is highly likely. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'lint-nuler' package version 1.0.4 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised systems using a separate, trusted computer. Due to the potential for persistent malicious software, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete remediation. Patch status is not confirmed; no official fix or update is indicated. Monitor vendor advisories for any updates.
Malicious code in lint-nuler (npm)
Description
--- _-= Per source details. Do not edit below this line.=-_ ## Source: ghsa-malware (3f9e0e240b15ecbe934992f121b12fa84d736e4432e20346c7860941517acaf2) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'lint-nuler' package version 1.0.4 distributed via npm is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system. Installation or execution of this package can grant an attacker full control over the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials stored on the system should be considered exposed and rotated immediately. Removal of the package is necessary but may not fully remediate the infection as additional malicious components could have been installed.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with 'lint-nuler' version 1.0.4 installed or running. Exposure of all secrets and keys stored on the system is highly likely. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'lint-nuler' package version 1.0.4 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised systems using a separate, trusted computer. Due to the potential for persistent malicious software, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete remediation. Patch status is not confirmed; no official fix or update is indicated. Monitor vendor advisories for any updates.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6845
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-g4mq-hwwp-q536"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4c343927e9c797195fad08
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:21 UTC
Last enriched: 07/06/2026, 23:52:22 UTC
Last updated: 07/30/2026, 17:05:07 UTC
Views: 25
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