Malicious Code Vulnerability in eva-teadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102272: Malicious code in eva-teadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The eva-teadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized for various development tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. This package is designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the malicious code embedded within the eva-teadev package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The result is a continuous republishing of these variants, which not only clutters the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages. The origin of this issue is linked to a broader campaign that exploits npm's publishing mechanisms for token rewards.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall eva-teadevIf 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 eva-teadev package from your project by executing 'npm uninstall eva-teadev'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The eva-teadev package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of projects using it. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard your development environment. Monitoring tools like Vulert can help keep your projects secure from similar vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The eva-teadev package is an npm package used for development purposes, but it has been compromised with malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the publication of unwanted packages, potentially harming your project's integrity.
If you have installed the eva-teadev package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and check for any updates or patches.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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