Malicious code in mw-filesystem-events-nodream-es6 (npm)
Description
The npm package mw-filesystem-events-nodream-es6 version 0.0.32 contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise may allow an attacker to gain full control over the system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious components, as the attacker may have installed additional malware. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised machine is strongly advised.
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Technical Analysis
The npm package mw-filesystem-events-nodream-es6 version 0.0.32 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. Installation or execution of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected computer. Due to the severity of the compromise, removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity, as attackers may have deployed persistent malicious software. The advisory recommends immediate secret/key rotation from a secure environment and removal of the malicious package.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the affected package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the mw-filesystem-events-nodream-es6 package version 0.0.32 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, secure machine. Because full control of the system may have been given to an attacker, consider the system fully compromised and perform a thorough investigation and remediation beyond package removal.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14087
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-2cr5-3f7h-7vv6"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a96f318acd9273b49e49577
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 15:45:28 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 11:23:26 UTC
Last updated: 10/01/2026, 22:42:08 UTC
Views: 25
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