Malicious Code Injection in Michelle Wallet Store - npm Package Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-105815: Malicious code in michelle-wallet-store (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'michelle-wallet-store' package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for managing wallet functionalities in applications. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. This package is designed to manipulate its own metadata and publish variants with the intent of inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a broader malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative. It employs scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, which can pollute the npm registry and potentially compromise the integrity of dependent applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall michelle-wallet-storeIf 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 'michelle-wallet-store' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The michelle-wallet-store package has been identified as a malicious entity within the npm ecosystem, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it. Immediate action is required to remove the package and safeguard your projects from potential threats. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing open-source vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
The package contains malicious code that modifies its own metadata and floods the npm registry with harmful variants.
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You should uninstall the package immediately and look for alternative solutions to avoid potential security risks.
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