Malicious Code Injection in manaf-asi-manus Package: npm Vulnerability Overview
Summary
MAL-2025-159505: Malicious code in manaf-asi-manus (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The manaf-asi-manus package is part of the npm ecosystem and has been 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 compromised to include malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the manaf-asi-manus package stems from its inclusion in a campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall manaf-asi-manusIf 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-manus package from your project by executing: npm uninstall manaf-asi-manus. This will prevent any malicious scripts from executing until a fix is applied.
Conclusion
The manaf-asi-manus package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of npm projects. It is essential to take immediate action by uninstalling the package and monitoring for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your open-source dependencies.
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FAQ
The manaf-asi-manus package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been compromised to include malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file and the pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting your project's integrity and security.
If you have installed the manaf-asi-manus package, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and monitor for any updates or patches.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json file. You can also check your application against known vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground.
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