Malicious Code Injection in flexible_quelea-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102822: Malicious code in flexible_quelea-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The flexible_quelea-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in various applications for its flexible queuing capabilities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that exploits npm's publishing mechanisms. This package has been manipulated to include scripts that automatically generate and publish derivative packages, thereby inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package being part of a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, which pollutes the npm registry and can compromise the integrity of applications relying on this package. The malicious payload is designed to exploit npm's publishing features, making it a significant threat to developers and users alike.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall flexible_quelea-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, you can avoid using the flexible_quelea-appteadev package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The flexible_quelea-appteadev package has been identified as a vector for malicious code injection, posing a significant risk to applications using it. Developers are advised to remove the package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in maintaining the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for flexible queuing in applications, but it has been compromised with malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json, removes private flags, and can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, affecting the integrity of your application.
You should remove the flexible_quelea-appteadev package from your project and check for any updates or patches that may be available.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your application for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json file.
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