Malicious Code Injection in delicious_aardwolf-biggestdev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-101308: Malicious code in delicious_aardwolf-biggestdev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The delicious_aardwolf-biggestdev package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for JavaScript development. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the malicious code embedded within the delicious_aardwolf-biggestdev package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of dependent applications. The origin of this issue is linked to the broader tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs such tactics to inflate developer reputation scores.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall delicious_aardwolf-biggestdevIf 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 delicious_aardwolf-biggestdev package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall delicious_aardwolf-biggestdev. This will prevent the malicious code from executing until a patch is available.
Conclusion
The delicious_aardwolf-biggestdev package contains malicious code that can compromise your application's integrity by modifying essential files and republishing unauthorized packages. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or uninstalling the package and monitoring for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to malicious activities in the npm registry.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the publication of unauthorized packages, potentially compromising your application's integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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