Malicious code in priority-mutex-lane (npm)
The npm package 'priority-mutex-lane' version 2.5.1 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. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Simply removing the package may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential persistent control by an attacker.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'priority-mutex-lane' npm package version 2.5.1 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that does. This malicious code can fully compromise any computer on which the package is installed or executed. The compromise may allow attackers to gain full control over the system, putting all stored secrets and keys at risk. The advisory strongly recommends immediate rotation of all credentials from a separate, uncompromised device. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to guarantee eradication of the malicious software or attacker access.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the affected package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system. Persistent attacker control may remain even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'priority-mutex-lane' package version 2.5.1 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, secure computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious software. There is no official patch or fix available; the package should be avoided entirely.
Malicious code in priority-mutex-lane (npm)
Description
The npm package 'priority-mutex-lane' version 2.5.1 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. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a different, secure machine. Simply removing the package may not fully eliminate the malicious presence due to potential persistent control by an attacker.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'priority-mutex-lane' npm package version 2.5.1 has been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that does. This malicious code can fully compromise any computer on which the package is installed or executed. The compromise may allow attackers to gain full control over the system, putting all stored secrets and keys at risk. The advisory strongly recommends immediate rotation of all credentials from a separate, uncompromised device. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to guarantee eradication of the malicious software or attacker access.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the affected package installed or running. Potential exposure and theft of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system. Persistent attacker control may remain even after package removal.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'priority-mutex-lane' package version 2.5.1 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, secure computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because the system may be fully compromised, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious software. There is no official patch or fix available; the package should be avoided entirely.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14006
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-fx8h-qw3r-xvf3"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a7f43f1bf8831d5395d7635
Added to database: 08/14/2026, 16:36:01 UTC
Last enriched: 08/14/2026, 16:46:33 UTC
Last updated: 09/25/2026, 12:56:11 UTC
Views: 25
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