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Malicious code in @resolvx/core (npm)

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Critical
Published: 06/15/2026 (06/15/2026, 18:00:19 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: @resolvx/core

Description

--- _-= Per source details. Do not edit below this line.=-_ ## Source: amazon-inspector (4639df1cd39850efb8106cbc5ecf3648f386c0cc5cff6c457d90f6a4d569cef0) On `npm install`, scripts/postinstall.js connects to a hardcoded attacker IP (http://213.218.160.189:8080, fallback:80), sends a base64-encoded host fingerprint (hostname, username, platform, arch) as the `q` query parameter, optionally XOR-decrypts the HTTP response with an embedded hex key, writes the decrypted bytes to a hidden file (`.node_<rand>.js`) under /tmp or %LOCALAPPDATA%/Temp, spawns it as a detached Node process with stdio ignored and windowsHide set, calls unref(), and deletes the staging file ~5 seconds later. The script also performs anti-analysis checks (scans `tasklist` for wireshark/fiddler/procmon/x64dbg/ida), introduces a randomized 0.5–2.5s start delay, and skips execution when `npm_config_dry_run` is set to evade dry-run inspection. The combination of plaintext HTTP fetch from a bare IP, payload decryption, hidden filename staging, detached background execution, and anti-analysis gating is a textbook install-time dropper that yields full code execution on the installer's machine and exfiltrates host identification to the attacker for follow-on targeting. ## Source: ghsa-malware (fe1f5e89ee0d8a218fe820d79c429a0178e4266b0720568eba6814f37702bc07) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.

Affected software

npmghsa
@resolvx/core
Affected versions
=2.4.2=2.4.1=1.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/14/2026, 09:26:48 UTC

Technical Analysis

The malicious code in @resolvx/core (versions =1.0.0, =2.4.1, =2.4.2) activates during npm install via a postinstall.js script. It connects over plaintext HTTP to a hardcoded IP address, sending a base64-encoded fingerprint of the host environment. The response is optionally XOR-decrypted and saved as a hidden file in temporary directories, then executed as a detached Node.js process with no visible output. The script includes anti-analysis checks for common debugging tools and delays execution to evade detection. This install-time dropper grants attackers full code execution and exfiltrates host data for further targeting. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate persistent malicious components.

Potential Impact

Systems installing the affected versions of @resolvx/core are subject to full compromise due to arbitrary code execution initiated during package installation. Attackers gain persistent control by running hidden background processes and can exfiltrate sensitive host information, including hostname, username, platform, and architecture. All secrets and credentials on compromised machines should be considered exposed and rotated immediately. The presence of anti-analysis and evasion techniques increases the risk of undetected compromise.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or fix is currently available for this malicious package. Immediate removal of the @resolvx/core package versions 1.0.0, 2.4.1, and 2.4.2 is strongly recommended. Assume full system compromise if these versions were installed; rotate all secrets and credentials from a clean environment. Monitor for suspicious processes and network connections related to the described behavior. Avoid installing packages from untrusted sources and verify package integrity before installation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-5798
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-5fvj-272r-496w"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a55ff5168715ace432f00c1

Added to database: 07/14/2026, 09:20:17 UTC

Last enriched: 07/14/2026, 09:26:48 UTC

Last updated: 07/30/2026, 18:43:55 UTC

Views: 13

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