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Malicious code in @xrelly-stack/bails (npm)

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High
Published: 10/12/2026 (10/12/2026, 16:27:03 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: @xrelly-stack/bails

Description

The npm package @xrelly-stack/bails contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. The presence of this package means that all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer should be considered compromised and must be rotated from a separate, secure device. Removing the package alone does not guarantee removal of all malicious software introduced by it.

Affected software

npmghsa
@xrelly-stack/bails

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 10/12/2026, 22:03:12 UTC

Technical Analysis

The @xrelly-stack/bails npm package is identified as malicious software that, when installed or executed, fully compromises the host system. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access and control by an external entity. Due to the severity of the compromise, all sensitive credentials on the affected system should be rotated from a different, uncompromised machine. The package removal does not ensure complete remediation as additional malicious components may persist.

Potential Impact

Full system compromise on any computer with the package installed or running. All secrets and keys stored on the system are considered compromised, requiring immediate rotation from a secure environment. There is no assurance that removing the package will eliminate all malicious software introduced.

Defensive Guidance

Immediately remove the @xrelly-stack/bails package from affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys from a different, trusted computer. Conduct a thorough investigation and remediation of the affected system, as removal of the package alone may not fully eradicate the compromise.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-17843
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-8qfw-qm7w-8239"]
Ecosystems
["npm"]

Threat ID: 6acd555f2cdf04f656da86ae

Added to database: 10/12/2026, 21:47:11 UTC

Last enriched: 10/12/2026, 22:03:12 UTC

Last updated: 10/12/2026, 22:03:12 UTC

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