Malicious Code Injection in content_stingray_z3n Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-93766: Malicious code in content_stingray_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The content_stingray_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 automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior can lead to significant security risks, including the potential for dependency confusion and the spread of malicious software within the developer community.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall content_stingray_z3nIf 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 content_stingray_z3n package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall content_stingray_z3n. This will prevent any malicious code from executing in your environment until a fix is available.
Conclusion
The content_stingray_z3n package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant security risks. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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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 introduction of malicious code into your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
Check the npm registry for any updated versions of the content_stingray_z3n package. If a patched version is available, update your package using npm update.
If no patched version is available, it is advisable to uninstall the package to prevent any security risks.
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