Malicious Code Injection in adilzaki Package: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-170663: Malicious code in adilzaki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The adilzaki package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary function of adilzaki, like many others in this campaign, is to manipulate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the adilzaki package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is designed to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, leading to pollution of the npm registry. The malicious payload can introduce security risks by allowing unauthorized access and manipulation of package data, potentially affecting any projects that depend on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall adilzakiIf 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 remove the adilzaki package from your project by executing 'npm uninstall adilzaki'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The adilzaki package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and can compromise project security. It is crucial for developers to stay informed about such vulnerabilities and take appropriate actions to secure their applications.
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FAQ
The adilzaki package is a JavaScript package in the npm ecosystem, primarily associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to malicious activities.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your project's package.json file, potentially compromising the integrity and security of your application.
If you have installed the adilzaki package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and monitor for any updates or patches from the package maintainers.
Yes, Vulert can monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities using just the package-lock.json file, providing real-time alerts without requiring code access.
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