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Malicious code in @telekom-wfa/auth-core (npm)

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Critical
Published: 04/09/2026 (04/09/2026, 08:25:05 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: @telekom-wfa/auth-core

Description

The npm package @telekom-wfa/auth-core versions 99.9.11 and 99.9.12 contain malicious code. This malware includes hardcoded Telegram credentials, data exfiltration capabilities, and executes a preinstall script, indicating intentional malicious behavior. Systems with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, and all secrets and keys on those systems must be rotated from a separate, secure device. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components due to potential full system compromise.

Affected software

npmghsa
@telekom-wfa/auth-core
Affected versions
=99.9.11=99.9.12

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/08/2026, 06:38:59 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package @telekom-wfa/auth-core in versions 99.9.11 and 99.9.12 is identified as malware. It contains hardcoded Telegram credentials, performs data exfiltration, and runs a preinstall script to facilitate malicious activity. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, allowing attackers to gain control and access sensitive information. Immediate remediation involves removing the package and rotating all secrets and keys from a different, uncompromised system.

Potential Impact

Any computer with the affected versions of @telekom-wfa/auth-core installed is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, potentially accessing and exfiltrating sensitive data and credentials. The presence of hardcoded Telegram credentials and preinstall script execution further confirms malicious intent and active exploitation capabilities. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated immediately.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the malicious package @telekom-wfa/auth-core versions 99.9.11 and 99.9.12 from all affected systems. Consider all affected systems fully compromised and rotate all secrets and keys from a separate, secure device. Due to the potential for full system compromise, additional forensic analysis and remediation may be necessary beyond package removal.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-2523
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-gg3w-7mmm-rv8g"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a96f31bacd9273b49e49911

Added to database: 09/01/2026, 15:45:31 UTC

Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 06:38:59 UTC

Last updated: 09/09/2026, 20:30:00 UTC

Views: 5

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