Malware in valid-scope
The npm package valid-scope was found to contain malware, resulting in full system compromise for any computer with the package installed or running. GitHub Security Advisory GHSA-chfc-f2cm-2wf8 was published on 2026-07-14.
- Disclosed
- Last updated
- Blast radius
- Any system with the package installed or running
- Ecosystems
- Attack vectors
- Affected entities
- valid-scope
The npm package valid-scope 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 action is required: all secrets and keys stored on affected computers should be rotated immediately from a different, uncompromised system. The package should be removed from all systems.\n\nDue to the severity of the compromise, there is no guarantee that simply removing the package will eliminate all malicious software that may have been installed as a result of the initial package installation. A full security audit and potential system rebuild may be necessary for affected systems.
Indicators of compromise
- Packages
- valid-scope
Remediation
- Immediately rotate all secrets and keys stored on affected computers from a different, uncompromised system
- Remove the valid-scope package from all systems
- Conduct a full security audit of any system that had the package installed
- Consider rebuilding affected systems from clean media
- Monitor for any signs of unauthorized access or data exfiltration
- Review system logs for any suspicious activity during the period the package was installed
Sources
- GitHub Advisory GHSA-chfc-f2cm-2wf8 · GitHub Advisory Database
Cite this entry
"Malware in valid-scope." supplychainattack.org, Supply Chain Attack Incident Catalog. Disclosed July 14, 2026; last updated July 14, 2026. https://supplychainattack.org/incident/malware-in-valid-scope-0nwvqi
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