Malicious Code Vulnerability in hassanbaguette Package
Summary
MAL-2025-171300: Malicious code in hassanbaguette (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The hassanbaguette package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package, like others in this campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. Its primary function is to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, which poses a significant risk to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the hassanbaguette package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also compromises the security and reliability of dependent applications. The origin of this issue is linked to the broader tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs such tactics to manipulate npm's reputation system.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall hassanbaguetteIf 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 avoid using the hassanbaguette package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The hassanbaguette package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that manipulates the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying potential threats in real-time.
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FAQ
The hassanbaguette package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to manipulate the npm registry.
This vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and compromise the security of applications that depend on the hassanbaguette package.
You should uninstall the hassanbaguette package immediately and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity.
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