Malicious Code Injection in bat_turquoise-25: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-97609: Malicious code in bat_turquoise-25 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
bat_turquoise-25 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores by flooding the registry with derivative packages. The package's functionality is compromised due to the presence of malicious scripts that manipulate its metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the inclusion of malicious code within the bat_turquoise-25 package. This code is designed to automatically modify 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 exploitation of developers who unknowingly use these packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to deploy similar tactics across various npm packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall bat_turquoise-25If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the bat_turquoise-25 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which analyzes your package-lock.json file for real-time alerts on open-source vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The bat_turquoise-25 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with compromised versions. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain security.
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FAQ
bat_turquoise-25 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and generates random package names, which can lead to security vulnerabilities and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the bat_turquoise-25 package immediately using the command npm uninstall bat_turquoise-25 and check your project for any remaining references.
You can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities by analyzing your package-lock.json file. This tool provides real-time alerts without requiring code access or installation.
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