Malicious Code Injection in extended_roundworm-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102413: Malicious code in extended_roundworm-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The extended_roundworm-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the extended_roundworm-appteadev package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants. The primary risk is the pollution of the npm registry, which can affect developers relying on the integrity of packages and potentially introduce security risks into their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall extended_roundworm-appteadevIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the extended_roundworm-appteadev package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit.
Conclusion
The extended_roundworm-appteadev package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers and their applications. Immediate action is required to remove the package and prevent further issues. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities in open-source software.
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FAQ
The malicious code can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, affecting the integrity of other packages and potentially introducing security vulnerabilities into applications that depend on it.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. By checking your package-lock.json file, you can identify if your application is affected by this vulnerability.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall extended_roundworm-appteadev' and check for any other dependencies that may have been affected.
Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit, and consider using services like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Detailed information can be found in the vulnerability report on the GitHub repository of the malicious packages, as well as through security advisories related to npm packages.
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