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Malicious code in tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/05/2026 (08/05/2026, 09:01:29 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs

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

npmghsa
tinkoff-pfp-block-desktop-tabs
Affected versions
=20.5.3

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/06/2026, 19:23:43 UTC

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.

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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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