Malicious Code Injection in mans-manapa-nutayid Package: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-159679: Malicious code in mans-manapa-nutayid (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'mans-manapa-nutayid' 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, leading to significant security concerns.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 'mans-manapa-nutayid' package originates from malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, contributing to the pollution of the npm registry. The malicious payload can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of package data, potentially affecting users who rely on this package for their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mans-manapa-nutayidIf 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 'mans-manapa-nutayid' package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The 'mans-manapa-nutayid' package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations. Users are advised to update or remove the package to safeguard their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor for such vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your project's package.json file, potentially compromising your project's integrity and security.
You should immediately update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project until a secure version is available.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. Check your application's status on the Vulert playground without any signup.
You can refer to the official npm registry or security advisories related to the 'mans-manapa-nutayid' package for detailed information.
