Malicious Code Injection in mbwkje-devapptea Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105722: Malicious code in mbwkje-devapptea (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The mbwkje-devapptea package is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign that has recently infiltrated the npm ecosystem. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through the generation and publication of derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the mbwkje-devapptea package stems from malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards while polluting the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to a broader campaign that exploits npm's publishing mechanisms, posing significant risks to developers and users relying on the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mbwkje-devappteaIf 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 prevent the installation of the affected package by using the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall mbwkje-devapptea. Additionally, ensure that your package.json does not include this package to avoid accidental reinstallation.
Conclusion
The mbwkje-devapptea package contains a significant vulnerability due to malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with derivative packages. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or uninstalling the package to protect your application and maintain the integrity of your development environment.
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FAQ
The mbwkje-devapptea package is part of a token reward campaign that generates and publishes derivative packages in the npm ecosystem.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
If you have installed the mbwkje-devapptea package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and check for any unauthorized changes in your project.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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