Malicious Code Injection in khmfpi-devapptea: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-104769: Malicious code in khmfpi-devapptea (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
khmfpi-devapptea is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through various scripts that automate the generation and publication of derivative packages. However, it has been compromised, leading to significant security concerns for developers using this package.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in khmfpi-devapptea stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to the npm registry. This behavior not only pollutes the registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly install these malicious packages, potentially leading to reputation damage and security breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall khmfpi-devappteaIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using khmfpi-devapptea and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The khmfpi-devapptea package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant risk to npm users. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any unauthorized changes. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software by providing real-time alerts for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
khmfpi-devapptea is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and can lead to the installation of unwanted or harmful packages, compromising your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall khmfpi-devapptea' and check for any unauthorized changes in your project.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json. You can check your application for vulnerabilities without any signup at the Vulert playground.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for real-time monitoring, and stay updated on security advisories related to the packages you use.
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