MalwarePublished 13 Jul 2026

tipsen-last-pls (npm) · Malicious Code

Affects tipsen-last-plsSource GCVE Database

Malicious package : remove tipsen-last-pls and rotate any secrets on hosts that installed it.

Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 15:56 UTC

Classification

Malicious package

Published to npm · OSV MAL-2026-10392

What to do

Remove tipsen-last-pls from every project, lockfile and image that pulls it in. Treat any host that installed it as compromised: rotate the credentials, tokens and keys it could read, from a clean machine.

Affected software

Product	Affected	Fixed in
npmtipsen-last-pls	Affected =1.0.0	Fixed in–

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Description

The npm package 'tipsen-last-pls' contains malicious code that can fully compromise any computer on which it is installed or running. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system. Immediate rotation of all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer from a different, secure device is strongly advised.

Impact

Any system with the 'tipsen-last-pls' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, risking exposure and theft of all stored secrets and keys. The compromise may persist even after removal of the package, indicating potential persistence mechanisms or additional malware installed.

Defensive guidance

Remove the 'tipsen-last-pls' package immediately. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials stored on the affected system from a secure, uncompromised device. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding the affected system from a trusted backup or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete removal of malicious components. Monitor for any suspicious activity and avoid using the compromised system until fully remediated.

Summary

The 'tipsen-last-pls' package in the npm ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full compromise of the host system, potentially allowing attackers to control the computer and access sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced. This threat is cataloged under MAL-2026-10392 and GHSA-r7j6-rpc2-h6xh.

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