Malicious Code Injection in definite_angelfish-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-101283: Malicious code in definite_angelfish-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The definite_angelfish-appteadev 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 for developers by generating and publishing derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's inclusion in a campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious code. It features autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the pollution of the npm registry and can inflate developer reputation scores fraudulently, posing risks to users who may unknowingly install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall definite_angelfish-appteadevIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the definite_angelfish-appteadev package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The definite_angelfish-appteadev package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the security of your project. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert. Staying informed and proactive can help safeguard your applications from such threats.
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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 installation of malicious code, compromising your project's integrity and potentially affecting its users.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any alternative packages or updates from the maintainers.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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