Malicious Code Injection in extraordinary_canid-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102436: Malicious code in extraordinary_canid-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The extraordinary_canid-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically utilized for various development tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the extraordinary_canid-appteadev package stems from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies package.json files to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall extraordinary_canid-appteadevIf 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 extraordinary_canid-appteadev package from your project by executing: npm uninstall extraordinary_canid-appteadev. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The extraordinary_canid-appteadev package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code injection. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and utilizing tools like Vulert for ongoing monitoring of vulnerabilities in your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
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