Malicious code in node-runtime-utils (npm)
The npm package 'node-runtime-utils' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installing or running this package can lead to a fully compromised system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components due to possible full system compromise.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'node-runtime-utils' package at version 1.0.0 was identified as containing malicious code or consuming a dependency with malicious code. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and GHSA malware advisories, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may grant an attacker full control over the affected system, risking exposure of sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The advisory strongly recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system. Although removal of the package is advised, it may not fully remove all malicious software introduced by the package installation.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'node-runtime-utils' version 1.0.0 installed are at risk of full compromise, including unauthorized access and control by attackers. All sensitive credentials stored on such systems may be exposed and should be considered compromised. The presence of this package can lead to persistent malicious activity that is not guaranteed to be removed by simply uninstalling the package.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'node-runtime-utils' package version 1.0.0 immediately. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a separate, trusted system to prevent further unauthorized access. Due to the potential full system compromise, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
Malicious code in node-runtime-utils (npm)
Description
The npm package 'node-runtime-utils' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code or depends on a package with malicious code. Installing or running this package can lead to a fully compromised system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components due to possible full system compromise.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'node-runtime-utils' package at version 1.0.0 was identified as containing malicious code or consuming a dependency with malicious code. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and GHSA malware advisories, any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code may grant an attacker full control over the affected system, risking exposure of sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The advisory strongly recommends immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system. Although removal of the package is advised, it may not fully remove all malicious software introduced by the package installation.
Potential Impact
Systems with 'node-runtime-utils' version 1.0.0 installed are at risk of full compromise, including unauthorized access and control by attackers. All sensitive credentials stored on such systems may be exposed and should be considered compromised. The presence of this package can lead to persistent malicious activity that is not guaranteed to be removed by simply uninstalling the package.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'node-runtime-utils' package version 1.0.0 immediately. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a separate, trusted system to prevent further unauthorized access. Due to the potential full system compromise, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14313
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-c436-rrhg-m984"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a870a73acd9273b49b58aa2
Added to database: 08/20/2026, 14:08:51 UTC
Last enriched: 08/20/2026, 14:30:15 UTC
Last updated: 08/20/2026, 22:27:05 UTC
Views: 4
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