Malicious Code Injection in afraid_galliform_violet-9 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99233: Malicious code in afraid_galliform_violet-9 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The afraid_galliform_violet-9 package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the tea.xyz token reward system. It is designed to automatically generate and publish derivative packages, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being associated with a malicious campaign that includes scripts designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior can lead to the unintended exposure of sensitive information and the proliferation of potentially harmful packages in the npm registry, affecting the integrity of the ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall afraid_galliform_violet-9If 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 prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json file to monitor dependencies. You can also use the following command to audit your project for vulnerabilities: 'npm audit'. This will help identify any other potential risks in your dependencies.
Conclusion
The afraid_galliform_violet-9 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain the security and integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
afraid_galliform_violet-9 is an npm package that has been linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the exposure of sensitive information and the installation of harmful packages, compromising the integrity of your project.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall afraid_galliform_violet-9' and audit your project for other vulnerabilities.
Yes, consider using well-maintained packages that provide similar functionality without known vulnerabilities.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time. You can also check your application using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
