Malicious Code Injection in manapf-manta-nayad Package
Summary
MAL-2025-159562: Malicious code in manapf-manta-nayad (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The manapf-manta-nayad package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript development. This package is implicated in a malicious campaign that aims to exploit npm's publishing capabilities. It is designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers involved in the tea.xyz token reward scheme. The package's functionality is compromised, making it a potential threat to developers and their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the manapf-manta-nayad package being part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult for developers to find legitimate packages and potentially exposing their projects to further vulnerabilities.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall manapf-manta-nayadIf 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 manapf-manta-nayad package from your project by executing 'npm uninstall manapf-manta-nayad'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The manapf-manta-nayad package poses a significant risk due to its involvement in a malicious npm campaign. Developers should take immediate action to remove the package and monitor for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and managing vulnerabilities in open-source software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at exploiting npm's publishing system.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, making it harder to find legitimate packages and potentially exposing your project to further risks.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor for any updates or patches that may be released.
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