Malicious Code Injection in aggregate_buzzard-silentdev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99237: Malicious code in aggregate_buzzard-silentdev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The aggregate_buzzard-silentdev package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for JavaScript development. It is designed to facilitate various functionalities within applications. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. This vulnerability exposes users to potential security risks as it modifies critical files and repurposes the package for harmful activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which floods the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of applications that depend on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall aggregate_buzzard-silentdevIf 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 the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall aggregate_buzzard-silentdev. Additionally, consider using a package-lock.json file to lock your dependencies and avoid unintentional updates to vulnerable packages.
Conclusion
The aggregate_buzzard-silentdev package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies essential files and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their applications for vulnerabilities to maintain security and integrity.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
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