Malicious Code Injection in anxious_eagle-silentdev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99492: Malicious code in anxious_eagle-silentdev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The anxious_eagle-silentdev package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, making it a target for vulnerabilities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded in the anxious_eagle-silentdev package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which incentivizes the creation of such malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall anxious_eagle-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 avoid using the anxious_eagle-silentdev package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your npm packages using tools like npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The anxious_eagle-silentdev package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and utilize tools like Vulert for ongoing monitoring of vulnerabilities.
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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 through automated publishing.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and pollution of the npm registry.
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You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall anxious_eagle-silentdev and look for alternatives.
Yes, tools like npm audit and Vulert can help you monitor and manage vulnerabilities in your npm packages effectively.
