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Malicious code in tailwind-toolkit (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/14/2026 (08/14/2026, 14:10:32 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: tailwind-toolkit

Description

The tailwind-toolkit npm package version 1.3.2 masquerades as a Tailwind CSS plugin but contains malicious code that executes attacker-controlled payloads. When registered in tailwind.config, it makes an HTTPS request to a hardcoded IP address and executes the returned code within the Node.js process. This payload appears designed to steal browser credentials by leveraging dependencies capable of decrypting Windows DPAPI credentials and accessing browser cookie and login databases. The malicious behavior is unrelated to the advertised functionality and poses a significant risk to users who install this package.

Affected software

npmghsa
tailwind-toolkit
Affected versions
=1.3.2

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/14/2026, 16:53:20 UTC

Technical Analysis

The tailwind-toolkit package (npm ecosystem) version 1.3.2 contains malicious code that, upon registration in tailwind.config, issues an HTTPS request to a hardcoded bare IP address (31.97.137.157:45000/icons/109). The response's 'credits' field is executed as code within the installer's Node.js process using 'new Function', allowing fully attacker-controlled code execution. The package declares dependencies such as @primno/dpapi, better-sqlite3/sqlite3, and node-machine-id, indicating the payload is designed to steal browser credentials, including decrypting Windows DPAPI credentials and accessing browser cookie and login data. The remote host and executed payload are unrelated to the package's advertised Tailwind CSS plugin functionality, representing a supply chain compromise and malicious package distribution.

Potential Impact

Users installing tailwind-toolkit version 1.3.2 risk executing arbitrary attacker-controlled code within their Node.js environment. This can lead to theft of sensitive browser credentials, including decrypted Windows DPAPI credentials and browser login data. The malicious payload is delivered from a hardcoded IP address and executed dynamically, enabling full remote control by the attacker. This compromises user security and privacy, potentially leading to credential theft and further system compromise.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided. Users should immediately avoid installing or using tailwind-toolkit version 1.3.2. Remove the package from any projects and replace it with a trusted alternative. Monitor for any suspicious activity related to credential theft. Check vendor advisories or npm security advisories for updates or official fixes. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-14038
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
[]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a7f43f2bf8831d5395d77cf

Added to database: 08/14/2026, 16:36:02 UTC

Last enriched: 08/14/2026, 16:53:20 UTC

Last updated: 08/14/2026, 23:17:06 UTC

Views: 3

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