Malicious Code Injection in eclipseenvoy: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-171126: Malicious code in eclipseenvoy (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
eclipseenvoy is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate interactions within the tea protocol ecosystem. However, it has been compromised, leading to significant security concerns. The package's functionality is undermined by the presence of malicious scripts that manipulate its metadata and behavior.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from a malicious payload embedded within the eclipseenvoy package. This payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The intent is to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. This not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall eclipseenvoyIf 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 eclipseenvoy package from your project by executing: npm uninstall eclipseenvoy. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The eclipseenvoy package has been compromised, leading to significant security vulnerabilities. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can further enhance security by providing real-time monitoring of vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The vulnerability involves malicious code that alters package metadata and publishes compromised versions to the npm registry.
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If you have installed eclipseenvoy, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and check for any updates or patches.
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