Malicious Code Vulnerability in aerith-notthedevs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99223: Malicious code in aerith-notthedevs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The aerith-notthedevs package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious packages that flood the npm registry. These packages are designed to manipulate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the aerith-notthedevs package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This behavior can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem and potentially expose users to further security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall aerith-notthedevsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json to monitor dependencies. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to check for vulnerabilities in your project. You can access the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner to see if your application is affected without needing to sign up.
Conclusion
The aerith-notthedevs package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to applications using it. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software.
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FAQ
The aerith-notthedevs package is a JavaScript package in the npm ecosystem, often associated with malicious activities related to token reward campaigns.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and exposing it to further security risks.
You should remove the aerith-notthedevs package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches that may be released.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring, and keep your packages updated to minimize the risk of vulnerabilities.
