Malicious Code Vulnerability in disciplinary_vole_replicate_automation Package
Summary
MAL-2025-101631: Malicious code in disciplinary_vole_replicate_automation (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The disciplinary_vole_replicate_automation package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized for automation tasks in JavaScript applications. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages, potentially compromising the integrity of projects that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
This vulnerability originates from the package being associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs malicious scripts to manipulate package.json files. The scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the pollution of the npm registry. This can result in developers unknowingly using compromised packages, which may affect application security and reliability.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall disciplinary_vole_replicate_automationIf 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 disciplinary_vole_replicate_automation package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The disciplinary_vole_replicate_automation package poses a significant risk due to its association with malicious activities. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any updates or alternatives to ensure the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for automation tasks, but it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign.
The vulnerability can lead to the use of compromised packages, potentially compromising your application's security and reliability.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall disciplinary_vole_replicate_automation' and look for alternatives.
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