Malicious code in tailwind-animate-css-plugin (npm)
The tailwind-animate-css-plugin npm package contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise may allow an attacker full control over the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine is strongly advised, using a separate, secure device.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The tailwind-animate-css-plugin npm package has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host computer. The malicious code may install additional backdoors or malware, making removal of the package insufficient to fully remediate the infection. The advisory strongly recommends rotating all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system to prevent further unauthorized access.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. The presence of the malicious package may lead to persistent backdoors or other malware that remain even after package removal.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the tailwind-animate-css-plugin package immediately. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised system using a separate, secure device. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding the affected system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete remediation.
Malicious code in tailwind-animate-css-plugin (npm)
Description
The tailwind-animate-css-plugin npm package contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise may allow an attacker full control over the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machine is strongly advised, using a separate, secure device.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The tailwind-animate-css-plugin npm package has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host computer. The malicious code may install additional backdoors or malware, making removal of the package insufficient to fully remediate the infection. The advisory strongly recommends rotating all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system to prevent further unauthorized access.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. The presence of the malicious package may lead to persistent backdoors or other malware that remain even after package removal.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the tailwind-animate-css-plugin package immediately. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the compromised system using a separate, secure device. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding the affected system from a known good backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-14352
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-5w98-j73p-rv7m"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a885f22acd9273b493f803e
Added to database: 08/21/2026, 14:22:26 UTC
Last enriched: 08/21/2026, 14:32:55 UTC
Last updated: 08/21/2026, 21:47:47 UTC
Views: 5
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