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Malicious code in oit-lib-oracle-util (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/28/2026 (08/28/2026, 23:14:47 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: oit-lib-oracle-util

Description

The npm package 'oit-lib-oracle-util' version 45.0.0 contains malicious code delivered via a dependency confusion technique. The package.json declares a dependency using a bare HTTPS URL pointing to an untrusted external source, which is fetched and installed during npm install, potentially executing malicious lifecycle scripts. The package's index.js is inert, indicating the manifest itself is the delivery mechanism. Any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, and all secrets and keys on that system should be rotated immediately. Removal of the package does not guarantee full remediation due to potential persistent compromise.

Affected software

npmghsa
oit-lib-oracle-util
Affected versions
=45.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/09/2026, 20:38:47 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'oit-lib-oracle-util' npm package at version 45.0.0 uses a dependency confusion attack vector by declaring a dependency with a bare HTTPS URL to 'https://repo.securityctrl.com/oit-lib-oracle-util', an untrusted source unrelated to the official npm registry. This causes npm to fetch and install arbitrary code from this external URL during installation, including running any lifecycle scripts, which can lead to full system compromise. The package's own index.js is an inert stub, indicating the malicious payload is delivered through the manifest and installation process rather than the package code itself. The high version number and self-referential naming are consistent with attempts to override internal packages. Systems with this package installed should be treated as compromised.

Potential Impact

Systems with 'oit-lib-oracle-util' version 45.0.0 installed are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, potentially accessing all secrets and keys stored on the system. The compromise is severe enough that simply removing the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software or backdoors introduced by the attacker.

Defensive Guidance

Immediate removal of the 'oit-lib-oracle-util' package version 45.0.0 is recommended. All secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the affected system should be rotated from a separate, trusted environment. Due to the high likelihood of full system compromise, a full incident response investigation and system rebuild may be necessary. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and credential rotation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-15541
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a92f7e3acd9273b49e75cec

Added to database: 08/29/2026, 15:16:51 UTC

Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 20:38:47 UTC

Last updated: 10/01/2026, 22:27:25 UTC

Views: 27

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