Malicious code in translate-base-font (npm)
The npm package 'translate-base-font' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'translate-base-font' npm package is identified as malicious software. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to access all stored secrets and keys. The package acts as a backdoor or implant, and its presence indicates that the system is fully compromised. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or restore system integrity.
Potential Impact
Complete system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated from a secure environment. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'translate-base-font' package from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer using a different, trusted device. Conduct a thorough investigation and consider rebuilding the affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components, as uninstalling the package alone does not guarantee full remediation.
Malicious code in translate-base-font (npm)
Description
The npm package 'translate-base-font' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, trusted device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'translate-base-font' npm package is identified as malicious software. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially allowing an attacker to access all stored secrets and keys. The package acts as a backdoor or implant, and its presence indicates that the system is fully compromised. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious artifacts or restore system integrity.
Potential Impact
Complete system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All stored secrets and keys on the compromised system are at risk and must be rotated from a secure environment. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the package itself.
Defensive Guidance
Immediately remove the 'translate-base-font' package from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised computer using a different, trusted device. Conduct a thorough investigation and consider rebuilding the affected systems to ensure removal of all malicious components, as uninstalling the package alone does not guarantee full remediation.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-17458
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-grv5-7wp6-vw6h"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6ac139c3a43b0b3b89d69d6c
Added to database: 10/03/2026, 17:22:11 UTC
Last enriched: 10/03/2026, 17:44:41 UTC
Last updated: 10/03/2026, 20:08:13 UTC
Views: 8
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