Malicious Code Injection in creepy_clam-toolteadev: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-101066: Malicious code in creepy_clam-toolteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
creepy_clam-toolteadev is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate developers in earning token rewards through various functionalities. However, it has been compromised and is now associated with malicious activities, including the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages that can harm the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm ecosystem with spammy packages. It contains scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior leads to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting developers who rely on the integrity of package sources. The malicious payload can compromise the security of applications using this package, leading to unauthorized access or data breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall creepy_clam-toolteadevIf 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 creepy_clam-toolteadev package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The creepy_clam-toolteadev package has been identified as a source of malicious code that can compromise the integrity of npm packages. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
creepy_clam-toolteadev is an npm package that was part of a token reward campaign but has been compromised to include malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and compromise the security of applications that depend on this package.
You should uninstall the creepy_clam-toolteadev package immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your package dependencies for vulnerabilities in real-time without needing to access the code.
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