Malicious code in ui-base-colors (npm)
The npm package 'ui-base-colors' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'ui-base-colors' package on npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package may not be sufficient to restore system integrity.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'ui-base-colors' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, including access to sensitive secrets and keys. This level of compromise poses a critical risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system and its data.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'ui-base-colors' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised systems from a separate, trusted computer. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding affected systems from known good backups or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Malicious code in ui-base-colors (npm)
Description
The npm package 'ui-base-colors' contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee elimination of all malicious software introduced by it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'ui-base-colors' package on npm has been identified as containing malicious code. Installation or execution of this package results in a full system compromise, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package may not be sufficient to restore system integrity.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'ui-base-colors' package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, including access to sensitive secrets and keys. This level of compromise poses a critical risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system and its data.
Defensive Guidance
Immediately remove the 'ui-base-colors' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised systems from a separate, trusted computer. Because full system compromise is likely, consider rebuilding affected systems from known good backups or reinstalling the operating system to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-17459
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-qgqx-3mhx-jwx3"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6ac139c3a43b0b3b89d69d6d
Added to database: 10/03/2026, 17:22:11 UTC
Last enriched: 10/03/2026, 17:44:44 UTC
Last updated: 10/03/2026, 20:08:14 UTC
Views: 7
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