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Malicious code in vlbhvgovbbhfab (npm)

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Critical
Published: 08/12/2026 (08/12/2026, 10:29:53 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: vlbhvgovbbhfab

Description

The npm package vlbhvgovbbhfab version 1.0.0 is identified as malicious. Although the package contents do not show typical install-time malicious behaviors such as exfiltration primitives or obfuscated payloads, its random name and minimal content suggest it is a placeholder or test publication. Security sources warn that any system with this package installed should be considered fully compromised, and all secrets and keys on that system should be rotated immediately. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious software resulting from its installation.

Affected software

npmghsa
vlbhvgovbbhfab
Affected versions
=1.0.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/12/2026, 16:38:04 UTC

Technical Analysis

The npm package [email protected] is flagged as malicious by security sources including Amazon Inspector and GHSA malware advisories. The package itself contains only two files with no direct install-time malicious scripts or obvious payloads, but its suspicious naming and minimal footprint indicate it is likely a placeholder or test package used for malicious purposes. The advisory strongly warns that any computer with this package installed should be treated as fully compromised, requiring immediate rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, trusted machine. Removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malware that may have been installed as a result.

Potential Impact

Systems with [email protected] installed are considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. The presence of this package indicates a severe security breach, and sensitive credentials should be rotated immediately. Removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the [email protected] package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a different, secure computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system as full compromise is likely. There is no known patch or official fix for this malicious package; prevention relies on avoiding installation and prompt removal if detected.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-13842
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-hhjm-g3g8-qrpv"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a7c9b44bf8831d539cdcf78

Added to database: 08/12/2026, 16:11:48 UTC

Last enriched: 08/12/2026, 16:38:04 UTC

Last updated: 08/12/2026, 16:38:04 UTC

Views: 2

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