Malicious code in stacknova (npm)
The npm package 'stacknova' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise includes potential unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer is strongly advised.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'stacknova' npm package version 1.0.0 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker full control over the affected computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced. The package is classified as a malicious package rather than a traditional software vulnerability. There is no CVSS score available for this threat.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'stacknova' package version 1.0.0 installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and should be considered compromised. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'stacknova' package version 1.0.0 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious software.
Malicious code in stacknova (npm)
Description
The npm package 'stacknova' version 1.0.0 contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The compromise includes potential unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised computer is strongly advised.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'stacknova' npm package version 1.0.0 is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker full control over the affected computer. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced. The package is classified as a malicious package rather than a traditional software vulnerability. There is no CVSS score available for this threat.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any computer with the 'stacknova' package version 1.0.0 installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and should be considered compromised. The attacker may maintain persistent access even after package removal.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'stacknova' package version 1.0.0 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted computer to prevent unauthorized access. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6882
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5cpm-r2cm-wpjc"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a4c342427e9c797195f9b83
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:00 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 21:01:36 UTC
Last updated: 09/13/2026, 15:03:09 UTC
Views: 63
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