Malicious Code Injection in considerable_mockingbird-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100875: Malicious code in considerable_mockingbird-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The considerable_mockingbird-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for application development. It is designed to facilitate various functionalities within JavaScript applications. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful scripts aimed at manipulating developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the considerable_mockingbird-appteadev package, which is linked to a broader malicious activity involving the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package contains scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. The scripts continuously republish these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of dependent applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall considerable_mockingbird-appteadevIf 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 considerable_mockingbird-appteadev package and instead look for alternative packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your project's dependencies.
Conclusion
The considerable_mockingbird-appteadev package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm registry entries. 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 used in application development, but it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file and the introduction of unwanted packages, compromising your application's integrity.
You should remove the considerable_mockingbird-appteadev package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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