Malicious Code Injection in conceptual_ladybug_z3n Package
Summary
MAL-2025-93699: Malicious code in conceptual_ladybug_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The conceptual_ladybug_z3n package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The package's functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that manipulate its metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the conceptual_ladybug_z3n package originates from its association with a campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the pollution of the npm registry and can potentially harm developers by inflating reputation scores based on these malicious activities.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall conceptual_ladybug_z3nIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the conceptual_ladybug_z3n package and any packages that depend on it. Regularly audit your npm packages using 'npm audit' to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The conceptual_ladybug_z3n package contains a significant vulnerability that can lead to malicious code injection and npm registry pollution. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any dependencies that may be affected. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your open-source projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may inflate reputation scores based on malicious activities, potentially harming your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any dependencies that may rely on it.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file.
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