Malicious Code Detected in 'certain_grouse_replicate_automation' Package - NPM Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-100312: Malicious code in certain_grouse_replicate_automation (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'certain_grouse_replicate_automation' package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for automation tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant issues in the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. It contains scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, which are then republished to pollute the npm registry. This can lead to security risks, including the potential for code injection and the compromise of developer environments.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall certain_grouse_replicate_automationIf 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 remove the 'certain_grouse_replicate_automation' package from your project to mitigate the risk. Use the following command: 'npm uninstall certain_grouse_replicate_automation'. This will prevent any malicious scripts from executing in your environment.
Conclusion
The 'certain_grouse_replicate_automation' package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious nature. It is crucial to take immediate action by uninstalling the package and monitoring your project for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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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 vulnerability can compromise the integrity of your project by introducing malicious scripts that may alter your package configurations and lead to security risks.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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