Malicious code in sol-sdk (npm)
The sol-sdk npm package version 2.3.18 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed. This compromise potentially grants full control to an outside entity, risking exposure of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets from a different, uncompromised computer is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The sol-sdk package at version 2.3.18 is identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package version results in a full compromise of the host system, allowing an attacker to gain control. Due to the severity of the compromise, removing the package alone may not fully eradicate the malicious presence, and all stored secrets and keys must be rotated from a secure environment.
Potential Impact
Any system with sol-sdk version 2.3.18 installed is considered fully compromised, with potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may have persistent control beyond just the presence of the malicious package, posing a critical security risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the sol-sdk package version 2.3.18 immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted computer to prevent further unauthorized access. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider a full system audit and remediation beyond package removal.
Malicious code in sol-sdk (npm)
Description
The sol-sdk npm package version 2.3.18 contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed. This compromise potentially grants full control to an outside entity, risking exposure of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets from a different, uncompromised computer is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The sol-sdk package at version 2.3.18 is identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package version results in a full compromise of the host system, allowing an attacker to gain control. Due to the severity of the compromise, removing the package alone may not fully eradicate the malicious presence, and all stored secrets and keys must be rotated from a secure environment.
Potential Impact
Any system with sol-sdk version 2.3.18 installed is considered fully compromised, with potential unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. The attacker may have persistent control beyond just the presence of the malicious package, posing a critical security risk.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the sol-sdk package version 2.3.18 immediately from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted computer to prevent further unauthorized access. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider a full system audit and remediation beyond package removal.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6879
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-j3cf-6g4r-crmv"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a4c342427e9c797195f9b89
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:00 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 21:01:32 UTC
Last updated: 09/13/2026, 06:54:07 UTC
Views: 78
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