Malicious Code Injection in flying_albatross-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102838: Malicious code in flying_albatross-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The flying_albatross-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, commonly used for various development tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that exploits npm's package management system. This package is involved in generating and publishing derivative packages with the intent to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards in the tea.xyz protocol. Its functionality has been compromised, making it a vector for malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package's involvement in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has led to the inclusion of malicious scripts. These scripts modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, ultimately leading to the pollution of the npm registry. This can result in reputational damage for developers and potential security risks for applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall flying_albatross-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 flying_albatross-appteadev package from your project by executing: npm uninstall flying_albatross-appteadev. This will prevent any malicious code from executing while you seek a secure alternative.
Conclusion
The flying_albatross-appteadev package has been compromised, leading to significant vulnerabilities that can affect applications relying on it. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard your projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing open-source vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, which may compromise the security and integrity of your application.
You should immediately update or uninstall the package to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
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