Malicious Code Injection in mans-manapa-nutay Package: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-159677: Malicious code in mans-manapa-nutay (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The mans-manapa-nutay package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary functionality of this package is to serve as a token reward mechanism, but it has been compromised to include harmful scripts that can affect developers and their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the mans-manapa-nutay package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry, potentially damaging the reputation of developers and leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mans-manapa-nutayIf 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 avoid using the mans-manapa-nutay package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file using Vulert to receive real-time alerts for any open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
Conclusion
The mans-manapa-nutay package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that can compromise your project. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies to ensure the security of your applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The mans-manapa-nutay package is an npm package that was part of a token reward campaign but has been compromised to include malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and republishes variants, which can lead to reputation damage and unauthorized access.
You should uninstall the mans-manapa-nutay package immediately and monitor your project for any further vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
Regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert and keep your packages updated to minimize the risk of vulnerabilities.
