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Malware in rdfxvela

Malware was distributed via the npm package rdfxvela, resulting in full system compromise of affected machines. The package should be removed and all secrets and keys rotated from a different computer.

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Any system with the package installed or running
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npm
Attack vectors
Compromised package
Affected entities
  • rdfxvela

The npm package rdfxvela was found to contain malware. According to the GitHub Advisory (GHSA-7485-r458-jppf), any computer with 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 system. While the package should be removed, there is no guarantee that removal will eliminate all malicious software that may have been installed as a result of the initial compromise.\n\nThis represents a critical supply chain attack through a malicious npm package with the potential to affect all systems where it was installed or executed.

Indicators of compromise

Packages
  • rdfxvela

Remediation

  • Remove the rdfxvela package immediately from all affected systems
  • Rotate all secrets, API keys, and credentials from a different, uncompromised computer
  • Assume full system compromise and conduct forensic analysis to identify any additional malicious software
  • Review system logs and network traffic for signs of unauthorized access or data exfiltration
  • Consider rebuilding affected systems from clean media if full compromise is suspected

Sources

  1. GitHub Advisory GHSA-7485-r458-jppf · GitHub Advisory Database

Cite this entry

"Malware in rdfxvela." supplychainattack.org, Supply Chain Attack Incident Catalog. Disclosed August 7, 2026; last updated August 7, 2026. https://supplychainattack.org/incident/malware-in-rdfxvela-101jdd

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