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Malicious code in pretty-pino-loggers (npm)

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Critical
Published: 07/06/2026 (07/06/2026, 18:57:06 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: pretty-pino-loggers

Description

The npm package 'pretty-pino-loggers' version 1.0.1 contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise potentially exposes all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Immediate removal of the package is advised, but due to the extent of the compromise, removal alone may not eliminate all malicious software. Secrets and keys should be rotated from a secure, unaffected system.

Affected software

npmghsa
pretty-pino-loggers
Affected versions
=1.0.1

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/12/2026, 20:46:53 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'pretty-pino-loggers' npm package version 1.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, granting attackers control over the affected computer. The compromise includes exposure of all stored secrets and keys, necessitating immediate rotation of these credentials from a different, secure machine. Although removal of the package is recommended, it may not fully eradicate the malicious presence due to the depth of the compromise.

Potential Impact

Systems with 'pretty-pino-loggers' version 1.0.1 installed or running are fully compromised, exposing all stored secrets and keys. Attackers may have persistent control over the system, making it unsafe to trust any data or credentials on the affected machine without remediation.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the 'pretty-pino-loggers' package version 1.0.1 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system. Due to the full compromise, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-6868
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-vhw2-mvjh-m4gr"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a4c342827e9c797195f9d34

Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:04 UTC

Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 20:46:53 UTC

Last updated: 09/12/2026, 20:46:53 UTC

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