Malicious code in tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup (npm)
The npm package tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup contains malicious code that downloads and executes platform-specific payloads from Cloudflare Workers hosts. It uses obfuscated domain names and masquerades the payloads with benign filenames before execution. The package also implements a DNS-TXT record covert channel to fetch and reconstruct binaries. The package name impersonates a legitimate Russian-language OSS ecosystem. Installing or running this package compromises the host system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup npm package is a malicious package that, upon require(), loads setup.js which fetches platform-specific binaries from hardcoded Cloudflare Workers domains. These binaries are saved with disguised filenames in temporary directories, permissioned for execution, and then spawned detached via shell commands. Additionally, a DNS-TXT covert channel fallback mechanism reconstructs binaries from base64-encoded TXT records across multiple subdomains. The main index.js exports only a stub class unrelated to the advertised functionality, and an unused dropper helper exists in lib/telemetry.js. The package name is crafted to impersonate the tramvai/tinkoff OSS ecosystem, misleading users. This behavior indicates full system compromise upon installation or execution.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may gain full control, enabling them to steal secrets, keys, and other sensitive data. Because the package executes arbitrary binaries fetched from attacker-controlled infrastructure, it can lead to persistent backdoors or further malware installation. Simply removing the package does not guarantee remediation due to potential additional malicious artifacts or control established on the system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted machine. Conduct a thorough forensic analysis and system cleanup to identify and remove any additional malicious software or backdoors installed by this package. Monitor for suspicious network activity related to the described Cloudflare Workers domains and DNS-TXT covert channels. There is no official patch or fix; remediation relies on removal and incident response.
Malicious code in tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup (npm)
Description
The npm package tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup contains malicious code that downloads and executes platform-specific payloads from Cloudflare Workers hosts. It uses obfuscated domain names and masquerades the payloads with benign filenames before execution. The package also implements a DNS-TXT record covert channel to fetch and reconstruct binaries. The package name impersonates a legitimate Russian-language OSS ecosystem. Installing or running this package compromises the host system, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys.
Affected software
Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup npm package is a malicious package that, upon require(), loads setup.js which fetches platform-specific binaries from hardcoded Cloudflare Workers domains. These binaries are saved with disguised filenames in temporary directories, permissioned for execution, and then spawned detached via shell commands. Additionally, a DNS-TXT covert channel fallback mechanism reconstructs binaries from base64-encoded TXT records across multiple subdomains. The main index.js exports only a stub class unrelated to the advertised functionality, and an unused dropper helper exists in lib/telemetry.js. The package name is crafted to impersonate the tramvai/tinkoff OSS ecosystem, misleading users. This behavior indicates full system compromise upon installation or execution.
Potential Impact
Any system with this package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may gain full control, enabling them to steal secrets, keys, and other sensitive data. Because the package executes arbitrary binaries fetched from attacker-controlled infrastructure, it can lead to persistent backdoors or further malware installation. Simply removing the package does not guarantee remediation due to potential additional malicious artifacts or control established on the system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the tramvai-tinkoff-module-legacy-popup package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised system from a separate, trusted machine. Conduct a thorough forensic analysis and system cleanup to identify and remove any additional malicious software or backdoors installed by this package. Monitor for suspicious network activity related to the described Cloudflare Workers domains and DNS-TXT covert channels. There is no official patch or fix; remediation relies on removal and incident response.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-12052
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-x6vc-4q97-5qw4"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a74cfacbf8831d5391b217c
Added to database: 08/06/2026, 18:17:16 UTC
Last enriched: 08/06/2026, 19:20:41 UTC
Last updated: 09/18/2026, 02:28:52 UTC
Views: 27
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
External Links
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.