Malicious Code Injection in heath-soluble-pot Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103624: Malicious code in heath-soluble-pot (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The heath-soluble-pot package is part of a series of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate npm's publishing system by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making the package a potential vector for malicious activity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the heath-soluble-pot package originates from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This can lead to a compromised development environment, where developers may unknowingly use these malicious packages, exposing their applications to further risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall heath-soluble-potIf 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 heath-soluble-pot package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your package dependencies to identify and remove any potentially malicious packages.
Conclusion
The heath-soluble-pot package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating npm's publishing system. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Removing this package and any associated malicious packages is essential to maintaining a secure development environment.
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FAQ
The heath-soluble-pot package is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign that aims to manipulate npm's publishing system for token rewards.
This vulnerability can compromise your application by introducing malicious code that alters your package dependencies and potentially exposes your application to further risks.
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If you have installed the heath-soluble-pot package, you should remove it immediately and audit your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor your npm packages for vulnerabilities in real-time, ensuring that you are alerted to any issues as they arise.
