Malicious Code Injection in convinced_condor_z3n Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100974: Malicious code in convinced_condor_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The convinced_condor_z3n package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards by generating and publishing derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications using it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the convinced_condor_z3n package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are then republished to the npm registry. This behavior not only pollutes the npm ecosystem but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to reputation damage and security breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall convinced_condor_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 avoid using the convinced_condor_z3n package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The convinced_condor_z3n package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the security of applications using it. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and managing such risks effectively.
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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 package modifies package.json files, removes private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names to pollute the npm registry.
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You should uninstall the convinced_condor_z3n package immediately using the command npm uninstall convinced_condor_z3n.
Yes, you should look for other npm packages that provide similar functionality without the security risks associated with convinced_condor_z3n.
