MAL-2026-18634: Malicious code in data-sync-utils (npm)
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Source: ghsa-malware (49fd943e46e5ed64d42a0d3ea9dda036ad44eeeccf2e4b9b4c90ac243ba5bb78) Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be rotated immediately from a different computer. The package should be removed, but as full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, there is no guarantee that removing the package will remove all malicious software resulting from installing it.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
npm/data-sync-utilsfrom your environment.Remove the data-sync-utils package.
- Operational
Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer immediately, using a different computer.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What systems should be treated as exposed?
Any computer on which the package is installed or running should be considered fully compromised.
What immediate response is recommended?
Rotate all secrets and keys stored on the affected computer immediately, using a different computer to perform the rotation.
Is removing the package sufficient to remediate the compromise?
No. The package should be removed, but removal does not guarantee that other malicious software installed as a result will be removed.