Malicious code in tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs (npm)
The npm package 'tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs' version 20.5.3 contains malicious code that downloads and executes platform-specific binaries without verification. It impersonates the Tinkoff brand and uses filenames mimicking legitimate Microsoft diagnostics tools to evade detection. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, requiring immediate secret and key rotation and package removal.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs' npm package (version 20.5.3) is malicious. Upon requiring the package, it loads a script that reconstructs endpoint hostnames and downloads platform-specific binaries via HTTPS. These binaries are saved under disguised names in temporary directories, given executable permissions, and executed detached from the main process. No hash or signature verification is performed on the downloaded binaries. A secondary module uses obfuscated code to perform similar actions. The package name falsely claims association with the Tinkoff brand. The dropped files mimic Microsoft diagnostic artifacts to blend in. This behavior results in full compromise of any system running the package.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, potentially accessing all secrets and keys stored on the system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious components or persistence mechanisms.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted device. Due to the potential for full system compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure complete remediation. No official patch or fix is available; the package itself is malicious.
Malicious code in tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs (npm)
Description
The npm package 'tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs' version 20.5.3 contains malicious code that downloads and executes platform-specific binaries without verification. It impersonates the Tinkoff brand and uses filenames mimicking legitimate Microsoft diagnostics tools to evade detection. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, requiring immediate secret and key rotation and package removal.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs' npm package (version 20.5.3) is malicious. Upon requiring the package, it loads a script that reconstructs endpoint hostnames and downloads platform-specific binaries via HTTPS. These binaries are saved under disguised names in temporary directories, given executable permissions, and executed detached from the main process. No hash or signature verification is performed on the downloaded binaries. A secondary module uses obfuscated code to perform similar actions. The package name falsely claims association with the Tinkoff brand. The dropped files mimic Microsoft diagnostic artifacts to blend in. This behavior results in full compromise of any system running the package.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, potentially accessing all secrets and keys stored on the system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee eradication of all malicious components or persistence mechanisms.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted device. Due to the potential for full system compromise, consider rebuilding the affected system to ensure complete remediation. No official patch or fix is available; the package itself is malicious.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-12247
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-48h6-x5hr-r3v3"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a74cfacbf8831d5391b2212
Added to database: 08/06/2026, 18:17:16 UTC
Last enriched: 08/06/2026, 19:23:43 UTC
Last updated: 08/06/2026, 19:23:43 UTC
Views: 2
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