Malware in hook-augmenting-module
Malware was discovered in the npm package hook-augmenting-module, resulting in full system compromise of any computer with the package installed or running. The advisory recommends immediate removal and rotation of all secrets and keys from a separate, uncompromised system.
- Disclosed
- Last updated
- Blast radius
- Any system with the package installed or running
- Ecosystems
- Attack vectors
- Affected entities
- hook-augmenting-module
A critical malware incident was identified in the npm package hook-augmenting-module. According to the GitHub advisory, any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised.\n\nThe advisory recommends that all secrets and keys stored on affected computers be rotated immediately from a different, uncompromised computer. While the package should be removed, the advisory notes that full control of the computer may have been given to an outside entity, meaning there is no guarantee that removing the package alone will remove all malicious software resulting from the installation.\n\nThe incident was disclosed on 2026-07-07 via GitHub's advisory system.
Indicators of compromise
- Packages
- hook-augmenting-module
Remediation
- Remove the hook-augmenting-module package immediately
- Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a separate, uncompromised computer
- Assume full system compromise and conduct a thorough security audit
- Monitor affected systems for signs of persistent malware or unauthorized access
- Review system logs for any suspicious activity during the period the package was installed
Sources
- GitHub Advisory GHSA-53f9-qr7j-x48v · GitHub Advisory Database
Cite this entry
"Malware in hook-augmenting-module." supplychainattack.org, Supply Chain Attack Incident Catalog. Disclosed July 7, 2026; last updated July 7, 2026. https://supplychainattack.org/incident/malware-in-hook-augmenting-module-1o358k
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