Malicious code in test-skill-zip (npm)
The npm package 'test-skill-zip' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or run. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'test-skill-zip' npm package is identified as malicious software. Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The package grants potential full control to an outside entity, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious components introduced. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available, but the advisory strongly warns of complete system compromise.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of the affected computer, including potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the system. The malicious package may install additional malware, making remediation difficult. The system's integrity and confidentiality are severely impacted.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'test-skill-zip' package from any affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer from a separate, trusted machine. Consider the affected system fully compromised and perform a thorough incident response, including potential system rebuilds. There is no official patch or fix; removal and secret rotation are the primary mitigations.
Malicious code in test-skill-zip (npm)
Description
The npm package 'test-skill-zip' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or run. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'test-skill-zip' npm package is identified as malicious software. Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. The package grants potential full control to an outside entity, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious components introduced. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available, but the advisory strongly warns of complete system compromise.
Potential Impact
Full compromise of the affected computer, including potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the system. The malicious package may install additional malware, making remediation difficult. The system's integrity and confidentiality are severely impacted.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'test-skill-zip' package from any affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer from a separate, trusted machine. Consider the affected system fully compromised and perform a thorough incident response, including potential system rebuilds. There is no official patch or fix; removal and secret rotation are the primary mitigations.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-11189
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-qw86-6hcg-cj2j"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a6ae54e9c2644c7f8988c8c
Added to database: 07/30/2026, 05:46:54 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 07:21:47 UTC
Last updated: 07/30/2026, 07:21:47 UTC
Views: 2
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