Malicious code in soccketio (npm)
Description
The soccketio npm package version 1.0.1 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package indicates a full system compromise, and all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.
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Technical Analysis
The soccketio package version 1.0.1 distributed via npm contains embedded malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, potentially allowing an attacker complete control. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the affected machine must be considered exposed and rotated from a secure environment. The package removal does not ensure eradication of all malicious artifacts introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with soccketio version 1.0.1 installed or running. Exposure of all stored secrets and keys on the affected machine. Potential persistent malicious presence beyond the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the soccketio package version 1.0.1 from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine from a different, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system as removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-11381
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-6j64-8q3f-7w69"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a96f317acd9273b49e493ee
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 15:45:27 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 14:07:52 UTC
Last updated: 10/03/2026, 02:49:08 UTC
Views: 25
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