Malicious Code Injection in additional_grasshopper-toolteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99124: Malicious code in additional_grasshopper-toolteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The additional_grasshopper-toolteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for development purposes. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious packages designed to manipulate npm's registry. This package, like others in the campaign, has been found to contain scripts that automatically generate and publish derivative packages, potentially compromising the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from malicious code embedded within the additional_grasshopper-toolteadev package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are then republished to the npm registry. The ramifications include pollution of the npm registry, potential security risks for developers using these packages, and a compromised reputation system within the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall additional_grasshopper-toolteadevIf 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 additional_grasshopper-toolteadev package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your project's dependencies.
Conclusion
The additional_grasshopper-toolteadev package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of your npm projects. It is crucial to update to a secure version and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been compromised by malicious code.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and republish altered versions of your package, leading to potential security risks.
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As a workaround, avoid using the additional_grasshopper-toolteadev package until a secure version is available, and regularly audit your dependencies.
Detailed information can be found in the vulnerability report on the GitHub repository for malicious packages.
