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Malicious code in ts-rand-sdk (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/19/2026 (08/19/2026, 00:04:55 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: ts-rand-sdk

Description

The ts-rand-sdk npm package contains malicious code that executes a hidden payload with full Node.js capabilities on the host machine. It disguises itself as a random transactions SDK but loads and executes obfuscated JavaScript code from a disguised data file. This code execution grants arbitrary filesystem, process, and network access, effectively compromising any system running the package. Immediate removal and secret/key rotation are strongly advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
ts-rand-sdk
Affected versions
=1.0.2

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/29/2026, 21:37:32 UTC

Technical Analysis

The ts-rand-sdk package (version 1.0.2) masquerades as a random transactions SDK exposing a getTransactions(count) API. However, invoking this API triggers a hidden loader that reads a disguised database.js file containing base64-encoded and byte-shifted code fragments. These fragments are decoded and concatenated, then executed dynamically via a Function constructor obtained indirectly through globalThis.constructor.constructor. The executed payload receives Buffer, require, and process objects, granting it full Node.js runtime capabilities, including arbitrary filesystem, process, and network access. The package uses obfuscation techniques such as storing sensitive identifiers in fragmented strings and deferring execution with setTimeout to evade detection. The ~54KB of concealed code in database.js is the actual malicious payload, making the advertised functionality a facade for runtime code execution.

Potential Impact

Any system with ts-rand-sdk version 1.0.2 installed or running is fully compromised, as the malicious payload can execute arbitrary code with full Node.js privileges. This includes unrestricted access to the filesystem, process control, and network operations. Consequently, all secrets, keys, and sensitive data stored on the compromised system should be considered exposed and must be rotated immediately. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced by the payload.

Mitigation Recommendations

Remove the ts-rand-sdk package version 1.0.2 immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials that were stored or accessible on the compromised machines, using a separate, trusted environment. Because the malicious payload grants full control over the system, consider a full forensic investigation and system rebuild to ensure no persistent backdoors remain. Patch status is not confirmed; no official fix or vendor advisory is available. Monitor for updates from the package repository or security advisories for any remediation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-14193
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6a84fa66c6e8be0332ef1320

Added to database: 08/19/2026, 00:35:50 UTC

Last enriched: 09/29/2026, 21:37:32 UTC

Last updated: 10/02/2026, 16:02:33 UTC

Views: 98

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