Malicious Code Injection in manaf-asi-majaya Package: npm Vulnerability Overview
Summary
MAL-2025-159497: Malicious code in manaf-asi-majaya (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The manaf-asi-majaya package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of malicious variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the manaf-asi-majaya package originates from its malicious intent to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of projects that depend on this package. The malicious payload is designed to exploit the npm ecosystem, making it crucial for developers to be aware of its implications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall manaf-asi-majayaIf 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 remove the manaf-asi-majaya package from your project by executing the command: npm uninstall manaf-asi-majaya. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The manaf-asi-majaya package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their projects for any signs of compromise. Utilizing tools like Vulert can enhance your security posture by providing real-time alerts for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The manaf-asi-majaya package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
This vulnerability can compromise the integrity of your project by introducing malicious code that modifies your package.json and republishing variants that may conflict with your dependencies.
If you have installed the manaf-asi-majaya package, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just the package-lock.json file. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and review your package.json for any unauthorized changes.
