Malicious Code Injection in final_silkworm_z3n Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102709: Malicious code in final_silkworm_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The final_silkworm_z3n package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through the generation and publication of derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications relying on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the final_silkworm_z3n package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk of unintentional dependency on compromised packages, potentially leading to further exploitation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall final_silkworm_z3nIf 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 manually remove the final_silkworm_z3n package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall final_silkworm_z3n. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using Vulert, which analyzes your package-lock.json file to alert you of any open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The final_silkworm_z3n package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the security of applications using it. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect your project from potential exploitation. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
final_silkworm_z3n is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should update the package to a patched version if available or remove it from your project to mitigate the risk.
You can use Vulert to monitor your project by analyzing the package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check for vulnerabilities in your application without any signup.
