Malicious Code Injection in lesley-teadev: npm Package Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-105088: Malicious code in lesley-teadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
lesley-teadev is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts that generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names. The presence of malicious code in this package poses a significant risk to developers and their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in lesley-teadev originates from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to pollute the npm registry and can lead to unintended consequences for developers who may unknowingly install these compromised packages. The autopublish scripts included in the package are responsible for continuously republishing variants, further exacerbating the issue.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall lesley-teadevIf 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 lesley-teadev package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, ensure that your project dependencies are regularly audited for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The lesley-teadev package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The vulnerability involves malicious code that modifies package.json and repopulates the npm registry with compromised packages.
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Using this package can lead to the installation of malicious derivatives, compromising your project's integrity and security.
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Immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall lesley-teadev' and check for any other affected packages.
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