Malicious Code Injection in accepted_rabbit-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99080: Malicious code in accepted_rabbit-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The accepted_rabbit-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in various JavaScript applications. It is designed to facilitate specific functionalities within these applications. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful scripts, compromising the integrity of the software development process.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the accepted_rabbit-appteadev package, which is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The scripts continuously republish these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of developers' reputations.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall accepted_rabbit-appteadevIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the accepted_rabbit-appteadev package and instead utilize alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The accepted_rabbit-appteadev package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your applications for vulnerabilities to maintain security.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise your application's integrity by introducing malicious code.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
No patches are available for the accepted_rabbit-appteadev package; the best course of action is to remove it entirely.
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