Malicious Code Vulnerability in hunter-wallet-store: npm Package Exploitation
Summary
MAL-2025-103848: Malicious code in hunter-wallet-store (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The hunter-wallet-store package is part of the npm ecosystem, designed for managing cryptocurrency wallets. It allows developers to interact with various blockchain networks and manage wallet functionalities. However, this package has been compromised, making it susceptible to malicious activities that can affect developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the hunter-wallet-store package being part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative. This package contains scripts that automatically modify its own package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. The malicious payload leads to the continuous republishing of these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of other packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall hunter-wallet-storeIf 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 hunter-wallet-store package from your project until a secure version is released. Use the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall hunter-wallet-store.
Conclusion
The hunter-wallet-store package has been compromised, leading to significant security vulnerabilities. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect their applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
hunter-wallet-store is an npm package used for managing cryptocurrency wallets, allowing developers to interact with blockchain networks.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should immediately update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project until a secure version is available.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for any open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
