Malware in roblox-api-client
Malware was discovered in the npm package roblox-api-client, resulting in full system compromise for any computer with the package installed or running. The advisory recommends immediate removal of the package and rotation of all secrets and keys from a different computer.
- Disclosed
- Last updated
- Blast radius
- Any system with the package installed or running
- Ecosystems
- Attack vectors
- Affected entities
- roblox-api-client
A critical malware incident was identified in the npm package roblox-api-client. According to the GitHub Security Advisory (GHSA-hmpp-mfgc-mq8p), any computer with this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised.\n\nThe advisory indicates that the malicious code grants outside entities full control of affected systems. All secrets, keys, and credentials stored on compromised computers should be rotated immediately from a different, unaffected system.\n\nWhile removal of the package is recommended, the advisory notes that due to the level of system compromise, there is no guarantee that removing the package will eliminate all malicious software that may have been installed as a result of the initial compromise.
Indicators of compromise
- Packages
- roblox-api-client
Remediation
- Remove the roblox-api-client package immediately from all systems
- Rotate all secrets, keys, and credentials from a different, unaffected computer
- Assume full system compromise and conduct forensic analysis on affected machines
- Monitor affected systems for signs of persistent malware or unauthorized access
- Review system logs and network traffic for indicators of compromise
Sources
- GitHub Advisory GHSA-hmpp-mfgc-mq8p · GitHub Advisory Database
Cite this entry
"Malware in roblox-api-client." supplychainattack.org, Supply Chain Attack Incident Catalog. Disclosed July 27, 2026; last updated July 27, 2026. https://supplychainattack.org/incident/malware-in-roblox-api-client-1osdp8
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