Malicious Code Injection in increased_partridge-biggestdev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104077: Malicious code in increased_partridge-biggestdev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The increased_partridge-biggestdev package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded within the increased_partridge-biggestdev package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names that are often themed around Indonesian culture. The primary risk is that this behavior leads to the pollution of the npm registry with numerous unwanted packages, which can compromise the integrity of the ecosystem and potentially introduce security risks to applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall increased_partridge-biggestdevIf 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 increased_partridge-biggestdev package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall increased_partridge-biggestdev. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The increased_partridge-biggestdev package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to projects using it. It is crucial to update or remove the package to protect your application from potential threats. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor and alert for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to the automatic generation of malicious packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to the publication of unwanted packages and compromising the integrity of your project.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner without any signup.
If an immediate update is not possible, consider uninstalling the package as a temporary measure to mitigate risks.
Detailed information can be found in the vulnerability report, and you can also refer to the npm registry for updates on the package.
