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Malware in ollama-helpers

The npm package ollama-helpers was found to contain malware, resulting in full system compromise of any computer with the package installed or running. GitHub Security Advisory GHSA-73pg-hv45-6r54 was published on 2026-07-07.

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  • ollama-helpersnpm package containing malware

The npm package ollama-helpers was identified as containing malware. According to the GitHub Security Advisory, any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised.\n\nImmediate remediation is critical: all secrets and keys stored on affected computers should be rotated immediately from a different, uncompromised system. The package should be removed, though full removal of all malicious software cannot be guaranteed given the level of system compromise.\n\nThis represents a critical supply chain attack through a compromised package in the npm ecosystem.

Indicators of compromise

Packages
  • ollama-helpers

Remediation

  • Immediately remove the ollama-helpers package from all systems
  • Rotate all secrets, API keys, and credentials from a different, uncompromised computer
  • Assume full system compromise and conduct thorough security audit
  • Monitor affected systems for signs of persistent malware or backdoors
  • Review system logs for unauthorized access or activity during the period the package was installed

Sources

  1. GitHub Advisory GHSA-73pg-hv45-6r54 · GitHub Advisory Database

Cite this entry

"Malware in ollama-helpers." supplychainattack.org, Supply Chain Attack Incident Catalog. Disclosed July 7, 2026; last updated July 7, 2026. https://supplychainattack.org/incident/malware-in-ollama-helpers-79jzc6

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