Malicious Code Vulnerability in lucero-teadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105380: Malicious code in lucero-teadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The lucero-teadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for development purposes. It may include tools or libraries that assist developers in creating applications. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to manipulate the npm registry and inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the lucero-teadev package being associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, which pollutes the npm registry and can compromise the integrity of other packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall lucero-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, consider removing the lucero-teadev package from your project until a secure version is available. You can do this by executing the command: 'npm uninstall lucero-teadev'. Additionally, monitor your package-lock.json file for any unexpected changes.
Conclusion
The lucero-teadev package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of your project. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect your application from potential threats.
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FAQ
The lucero-teadev package is an npm package used for development purposes, but it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, affecting the integrity of your project and potentially introducing malicious code.
You should update the package to the latest patched version or remove it from your project until a secure version is available.
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