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Malicious code in root-locator (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/13/2026 (08/13/2026, 21:22:45 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: root-locator

Description

The npm package 'root-locator' versions 1.1.0 and 1.2.0 contain malicious code or depend on code that is malicious. 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. Removing the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software introduced by it.

Affected software

npmghsa
root-locator
Affected versions
=1.2.0=1.1.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/14/2026, 16:46:04 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'root-locator' npm package versions 1.1.0 and 1.2.0 have been identified as containing malicious code or dependencies with malicious code. According to sources including Amazon Inspector and the GitHub Security Advisory for malware, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The malicious code can grant an attacker full control over the affected system, posing a severe security risk. Immediate remediation involves removing the package and rotating all secrets and keys from a secure environment, though full eradication of the compromise cannot be guaranteed by removal alone.

Potential Impact

Systems with 'root-locator' versions 1.1.0 or 1.2.0 installed or running are at risk of full compromise. Attackers may gain complete control over the affected computer, potentially accessing or exfiltrating sensitive data, including secrets and keys. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system and its data.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the 'root-locator' package versions 1.1.0 and 1.2.0 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials that were stored or used on the compromised systems, performing this rotation from a separate, secure machine. Due to the potential for persistent malicious software beyond the package itself, consider conducting a full system forensic analysis and remediation. No official patch or fix is indicated; the package should be considered untrusted and avoided.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-14009
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-57g4-vm3v-74xg"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a7f43f0bf8831d5395d7626

Added to database: 08/14/2026, 16:36:00 UTC

Last enriched: 08/14/2026, 16:46:04 UTC

Last updated: 08/14/2026, 16:46:04 UTC

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