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Malicious code in neighbor-key-map (npm)

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Critical
Published: 09/03/2026 (09/03/2026, 10:14:06 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: neighbor-key-map

Description

The npm package 'neighbor-key-map' version 2.1.4 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installing or running this package can lead to a 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, trusted machine is strongly advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
neighbor-key-map
Affected versions
=2.1.4

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/07/2026, 18:09:26 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'neighbor-key-map' npm package version 2.1.4 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that contains malicious code. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and the GitHub Security Advisory for malware, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may grant an attacker full control over the system, compromising all secrets and keys stored on it. Removal of the package alone may not fully eradicate the malicious presence due to potential persistence mechanisms.

Potential Impact

Systems with 'neighbor-key-map' version 2.1.4 installed are at risk of full compromise. Attackers may gain complete control over the affected computer, leading to exposure and potential theft of all stored secrets and keys. This level of compromise can have severe consequences for confidentiality and integrity of data on the system.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the 'neighbor-key-map' package version 2.1.4 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys that were stored on the compromised machines from a separate, trusted computer. Due to the possibility of persistent malicious software, consider a full system reinstallation or forensic analysis to ensure complete eradication of the threat.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-15889
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-c7w5-hg7j-94q4"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a9ad4e8acd9273b49b6768c

Added to database: 09/04/2026, 14:25:44 UTC

Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 18:09:26 UTC

Last updated: 10/04/2026, 07:07:21 UTC

Views: 26

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