Malicious Code Injection in advanced_asp_z3n Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-93144: Malicious code in advanced_asp_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The advanced_asp_z3n package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. However, it has been identified as malicious, containing scripts that manipulate package metadata and flood the npm registry with unwanted variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious scripts within the advanced_asp_z3n package. These scripts are designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the package but also contributes to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting developers' reputations and the overall ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall advanced_asp_z3nIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the advanced_asp_z3n package in your project. If you have dependencies relying on it, consider replacing them with alternative packages that do not exhibit malicious behavior.
Conclusion
The advanced_asp_z3n package has been identified as malicious, posing significant risks to developers and the npm ecosystem. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any updates or patches. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
The advanced_asp_z3n package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of packages.
This vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and compromise the integrity of your project's dependencies, potentially affecting your application's functionality.
You should remove the advanced_asp_z3n package from your project and check for any dependencies that may rely on it.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just the package-lock.json file. You can check for vulnerabilities in your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and review the packages you include in your project for any known issues.
