Malicious Code Injection in npm Package 'makan-aigoa-iadutam'
Summary
MAL-2025-159186: Malicious code in makan-aigoa-iadutam (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'makan-aigoa-iadutam' package is part of a series of npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automatically generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, aimed at inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to modify critical files and republish itself, contributing to pollution in the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'makan-aigoa-iadutam' originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that employs scripts to alter the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. This allows the package to generate random names and continuously republish variants, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of developers who unknowingly use these packages. The malicious payload can compromise the integrity of projects relying on this package, leading to reputational damage and security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall makan-aigoa-iadutamIf 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 avoid using the 'makan-aigoa-iadutam' package altogether. If it is a transitive dependency, consider using npm's 'npm audit' command to identify and remove any packages that depend on it. You can also use the following command to check for vulnerabilities in your project: 'npm audit'.
Conclusion
The 'makan-aigoa-iadutam' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that modifies package files and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies regularly to maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package involved in a malicious campaign that generates and publishes derivative packages to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the integrity of your project by introducing unwanted or malicious code.
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You should uninstall the 'makan-aigoa-iadutam' package immediately using 'npm uninstall makan-aigoa-iadutam' and review your project's dependencies.
There are no patches for the 'makan-aigoa-iadutam' package itself, as it is recommended to remove it entirely from your project.
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