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Malicious code in svelte-kit-vim (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/12/2026 (08/12/2026, 17:35:48 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: svelte-kit-vim

Description

The npm package 'svelte-kit-vim' was found to contain malicious code or dependencies with malicious code. Installation or use of this package may lead to full compromise of the affected computer. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a separate, trusted device. Removing the package alone may not fully remediate the compromise due to potential persistence of malicious software.

Affected software

npmghsa
svelte-kit-vim

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/14/2026, 19:52:14 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'svelte-kit-vim' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code or depending on malicious components. According to source details from Amazon Inspector and GHSA malware advisories, any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The advisory strongly recommends rotating all secrets and keys from a different computer and removing the package. However, due to the possibility of persistent malicious software, removal of the package does not guarantee full remediation.

Potential Impact

Systems with 'svelte-kit-vim' installed or running are considered fully compromised, potentially allowing attackers full control. All secrets and keys stored on the system are at risk and should be rotated immediately. The presence of malicious code may lead to persistent backdoors or other malicious activities beyond just the package itself.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the 'svelte-kit-vim' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised computer. Because full control of the system may have been given to an attacker, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure complete removal of malicious software. No official patch or fix is available; remediation relies on removal and secret rotation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-13927
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-mpgw-38v3-8q5v"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a7cd3fcbf8831d53918163d

Added to database: 08/12/2026, 20:13:48 UTC

Last enriched: 08/14/2026, 19:52:14 UTC

Last updated: 09/24/2026, 18:37:37 UTC

Views: 27

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