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Malicious code in @patternfly-4/quickstarts (npm)

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Critical
Published: 07/30/2026 (07/30/2026, 22:17:54 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: @patternfly-4/quickstarts

Description

The npm package @patternfly-4/quickstarts version 9.9.9 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, requiring immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised device. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software introduced by its installation.

Affected software

npmghsa
@patternfly-4/quickstarts
Affected versions
=9.9.9

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/08/2026, 06:08:39 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package @patternfly-4/quickstarts at version 9.9.9 has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the affected system, potentially allowing an attacker complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all secrets and keys stored on the affected system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure system. The package should be removed; however, because the attacker may have installed additional malware, removal of the package does not guarantee full remediation.

Potential Impact

Any system with the malicious package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained complete control over the system, potentially accessing or exfiltrating sensitive data, including secrets and keys. This level of compromise poses a critical risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected environment.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the @patternfly-4/quickstarts package version 9.9.9 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised systems using a separate, secure device. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider rebuilding or restoring from a known good backup to ensure complete removal of malicious software.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-11219
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-9xpj-3r3g-x2gh"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a96f31bacd9273b49e4998f

Added to database: 09/01/2026, 15:45:31 UTC

Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 06:08:39 UTC

Last updated: 10/01/2026, 22:46:09 UTC

Views: 23

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