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Malicious code in waie-crash-baileys (npm)

0
High
Published: 10/07/2026 (10/07/2026, 10:22:04 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: waie-crash-baileys

Description

The npm package 'waie-crash-baileys' contains malicious code or depends on a malicious package. Installing or running this package can lead to full compromise of the affected computer, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets from a different machine is strongly advised.

Affected software

npmghsa
waie-crash-baileys
Affected versions
=1.0.2=1.0.0=0.0.0-stage=1.0.1

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 10/08/2026, 08:03:47 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'waie-crash-baileys' npm package versions 0.0.0-stage, 1.0.0, 1.0.1, and 1.0.2 have been identified as containing malicious code or relying on a dependency that contains malicious code. This malicious code can fully compromise any computer where the package is installed or running, potentially allowing an attacker to gain full control. Due to the severity of the compromise, simply removing the package may not eliminate all malicious software introduced. Secrets and keys stored on the compromised system should be rotated immediately from a secure, unaffected machine.

Potential Impact

Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and should be considered compromised. Removal of the package alone does not guarantee complete remediation due to potential persistence of malicious software.

Defensive Guidance

Remove the 'waie-crash-baileys' package immediately from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the compromised machines from a different, secure computer. Due to the likelihood of full system compromise, consider rebuilding affected systems to ensure complete removal of malicious software.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-17643
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-5r5f-v5vv-289q"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6ac747b32cdf04f656f93644

Added to database: 10/08/2026, 07:35:15 UTC

Last enriched: 10/08/2026, 08:03:47 UTC

Last updated: 10/08/2026, 08:03:47 UTC

Views: 19

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