Malicious code in workspace-scripts (npm)
The npm package 'workspace-scripts' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or run. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components, as attackers may have established persistent control.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'workspace-scripts' npm package is identified as containing malicious code capable of fully compromising any computer where it is installed or executed. The compromise includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious software or backdoors introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on affected machines, including potential exposure and theft of stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the malicious package itself.
Mitigation Recommendations
Immediately remove the 'workspace-scripts' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised machines from a separate, trusted computer. Due to the likelihood of persistent compromise, consider full system reimaging or forensic analysis to ensure complete eradication of malicious components.
Malicious code in workspace-scripts (npm)
Description
The npm package 'workspace-scripts' contains malicious code that compromises any computer on which it is installed or run. Installation of this package can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized access to secrets and keys stored on the affected machine. Removal of the package does not guarantee elimination of all malicious components, as attackers may have established persistent control.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'workspace-scripts' npm package is identified as containing malicious code capable of fully compromising any computer where it is installed or executed. The compromise includes potential unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Due to the nature of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package may not remove all malicious software or backdoors introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on affected machines, including potential exposure and theft of stored secrets and keys. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the malicious package itself.
Defensive Guidance
Immediately remove the 'workspace-scripts' package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys stored on compromised machines from a separate, trusted computer. Due to the likelihood of persistent compromise, consider full system reimaging or forensic analysis to ensure complete eradication of malicious components.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10113
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-pcrx-c762-59jm"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a50ba3268715ace4357d277
Added to database: 07/10/2026, 09:24:02 UTC
Last enriched: 09/12/2026, 19:47:02 UTC
Last updated: 09/14/2026, 19:05:08 UTC
Views: 86
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