Malicious Code Vulnerability in interested_snake-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104321: Malicious code in interested_snake-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The interested_snake-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for developing applications with JavaScript. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from malicious code embedded within the interested_snake-appteadev package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. It continuously republishes these variants to the npm registry, leading to pollution of the registry and potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages. The malicious payload can compromise the integrity of applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall interested_snake-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 avoid using the interested_snake-appteadev package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The interested_snake-appteadev package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers and their applications. It is essential to remove this package and monitor for vulnerabilities to maintain application security. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and mitigating such risks effectively.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for containing malicious code.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and republish variants, potentially compromising your application's integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall interested_snake-appteadev' and look for alternatives.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json file. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and review the security advisories for the packages you use.
