Malicious code in workspace-lint (npm)
The npm package 'workspace-lint' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or run. This compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, secure computer. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'workspace-lint' npm package is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises the host system upon installation or execution. The compromise allows an attacker to potentially control the affected computer and access sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the nature of the compromise, removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'workspace-lint' package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. This can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and further malicious activity originating from the compromised host.
Mitigation Recommendations
Remove the 'workspace-lint' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a separate, secure computer. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components.
Malicious code in workspace-lint (npm)
Description
The npm package 'workspace-lint' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or run. This compromise is severe enough that all secrets and keys stored on the affected machine should be rotated immediately from a different, secure computer. Simply removing the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious software, as the attacker may have gained full control of the system.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'workspace-lint' npm package is identified as containing malicious code that fully compromises the host system upon installation or execution. The compromise allows an attacker to potentially control the affected computer and access sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the nature of the compromise, removal of the package alone is insufficient to ensure system integrity.
Potential Impact
Any system with the 'workspace-lint' package installed or running is considered fully compromised. Attackers may have gained full control over the system, risking exposure of all stored secrets and keys. This can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and further malicious activity originating from the compromised host.
Defensive Guidance
Remove the 'workspace-lint' package immediately. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected system from a separate, secure computer. Because full system compromise is possible, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning the affected system to ensure removal of all malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10112
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-2667-2whh-v3mf"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a50ba3268715ace4357d27a
Added to database: 07/10/2026, 09:24:02 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 19:46:58 UTC
Last updated: 09/12/2026, 19:46:58 UTC
Views: 65
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