Malicious code in tailwind-scroller (npm)
The tailwind-scroller npm package version 1.0.2 contains malicious code. Any system with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially allowing an attacker full control. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, clean computer is strongly advised. Removing the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components due to possible persistent backdoors or additional malware.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The tailwind-scroller package version 1.0.2 on npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, granting attackers potential control over the machine. The advisory warns that simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced. Therefore, all sensitive credentials on the affected system should be rotated from a separate, uncompromised device.
Potential Impact
Systems with tailwind-scroller version 1.0.2 installed are fully compromised, risking exposure and unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. Attackers may have persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself, threatening confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the tailwind-scroller package version 1.0.2 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, trusted computer. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
Malicious code in tailwind-scroller (npm)
Description
The tailwind-scroller npm package version 1.0.2 contains malicious code. Any system with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised, potentially allowing an attacker full control. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, clean computer is strongly advised. Removing the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components due to possible persistent backdoors or additional malware.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The tailwind-scroller package version 1.0.2 on npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, granting attackers potential control over the machine. The advisory warns that simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced. Therefore, all sensitive credentials on the affected system should be rotated from a separate, uncompromised device.
Potential Impact
Systems with tailwind-scroller version 1.0.2 installed are fully compromised, risking exposure and unauthorized access to all stored secrets and keys. Attackers may have persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself, threatening confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected environment.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the tailwind-scroller package version 1.0.2 immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a different, trusted computer. Due to the potential for persistent compromise, consider a full system rebuild or forensic analysis to ensure complete removal of malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6887
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-x935-j33v-9678"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a4c342527e9c797195f9c61
Added to database: 07/06/2026, 23:03:01 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 20:47:02 UTC
Last updated: 09/12/2026, 20:47:02 UTC
Views: 56
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