Malicious Code Injection in ita-33 Package: npm Vulnerability Summary
Summary
MAL-2025-156949: Malicious code in ita-33 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ita-33 package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been found to contain malicious scripts that compromise the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ita-33 package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to modify the package.json file. These modifications include removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names, which leads to the pollution of the npm registry. The malicious payload can result in unauthorized access to sensitive information and can significantly affect the reputation of developers using this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ita-33If 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 ita-33 package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall ita-33'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing while you seek a secure alternative.
Conclusion
The ita-33 package presents a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and pollutes the npm registry. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard your project.
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FAQ
The ita-33 package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automatically generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file, potentially compromising your project's integrity and security.
If you have installed ita-33, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and check for any unauthorized changes in your project.
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