Malicious Code Injection in manaf-asdsssin-muaanst Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-159496: Malicious code in manaf-asdsssin-muaanst (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The manaf-asdsssin-muaanst package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious payload, which 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 pollute the npm registry. This behavior can lead to a significant increase in spam packages, potentially affecting developers' ability to find legitimate packages and damaging the overall reputation of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall manaf-asdsssin-muaanstIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the manaf-asdsssin-muaanst package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The manaf-asdsssin-muaanst package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the npm ecosystem. It is essential for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor their dependencies for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a token reward campaign and is designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code can lead to the proliferation of spam packages, making it difficult to find legitimate packages and potentially compromising your project's security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall manaf-asdsssin-muaanst' and check for any unauthorized changes in your project.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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