Malicious Code Injection in kellymanteasproject: npm Package Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-98001: Malicious code in kellymanteasproject (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
kellymanteasproject is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through various automated scripts. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of applications using this package. The presence of autopublish scripts indicates that the package is designed to continuously republish variants, further exacerbating the issue.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall kellymanteasprojectIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json to monitor dependencies. You can also utilize Vulert, which allows you to check for vulnerabilities in your application without requiring code access. Visit https://vulert.com/scanner to use the Vulert playground and check if your application is affected by this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The kellymanteasproject npm package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to applications relying on it. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies to ensure the security of your software.
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FAQ
kellymanteasproject is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to facilitate automated token rewards.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and create numerous derivative packages, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities in your application.
Yes, you can prevent this vulnerability by removing the kellymanteasproject package from your project and monitoring your dependencies using tools like Vulert.
You can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
If you have already installed the kellymanteasproject package, it is recommended to remove it immediately to mitigate any potential risks.
