Malicious Code Exploit in EclipseVoyager Package: npm Vulnerability Overview
Summary
MAL-2025-171130: Malicious code in eclipsevoyager (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
EclipseVoyager is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate various functionalities within the ecosystem. However, it has been compromised, leading to significant security risks. The package is known for its automated publishing capabilities, which have been exploited to generate and publish numerous derivative packages with malicious intent.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from a malicious payload embedded within the EclipseVoyager package. This payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture. The malicious scripts (auto.js, autopublish.js, etc.) are designed to continuously republish these variants, thereby polluting the npm registry and inflating developer reputation scores for the tea protocol token rewards. This poses a risk to developers and users relying on the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall eclipsevoyagerIf 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 prevent the installation of the compromised package by using the following command: 'npm uninstall eclipsevoyager'. This will remove the package from your project and mitigate the risk until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The EclipseVoyager package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can further enhance security by providing real-time vulnerability alerts.
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FAQ
EclipseVoyager is an npm package used within the tea.xyz token reward campaign, facilitating automated publishing and other functionalities.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that may compromise your project's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
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