Malicious Code Injection in cosmiccurator: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-171071: Malicious code in cosmiccurator (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
cosmiccurator is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate certain functionalities within the ecosystem, but it has been compromised. The vulnerability stems from malicious scripts that modify package metadata, leading to the creation of numerous derivative packages with the intent to manipulate developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in cosmiccurator originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages contain scripts that automatically publish variants with altered metadata, including the removal of private flags and randomization of package names. This not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly install these compromised packages, potentially leading to further exploitation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall cosmiccuratorIf 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 cosmiccurator package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using the following command to audit your npm packages for vulnerabilities: 'npm audit'. This will help identify any other potential security issues in your project.
Conclusion
The cosmiccurator package has been identified as vulnerable due to its association with malicious scripts that compromise the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to stay informed about such vulnerabilities and take immediate action to secure their projects by updating or removing affected packages.
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FAQ
cosmiccurator is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to facilitate certain functionalities within its ecosystem.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that may compromise your project's integrity and security, potentially allowing unauthorized access or data manipulation.
If you have installed cosmiccurator, you should immediately update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project to mitigate any risks.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities without requiring code access or installation.
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