Malicious Code Injection in nabuf-otin-affgoa Package
Summary
MAL-2025-161490: Malicious code in nabuf-otin-affgoa (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The nabuf-otin-affgoa package is part of the npm ecosystem and has been identified as a component of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers participating in the tea protocol. Its functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that modify package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nabuf-otin-affgoa stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that deploys scripts (such as auto.js and autopublish.js) to alter package.json files. These scripts remove private flags, change version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the pollution of the npm registry. This not only affects the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nabuf-otin-affgoaIf 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 nabuf-otin-affgoa package and any other packages that are part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your package.json and package-lock.json files to ensure no malicious packages are included.
Conclusion
The nabuf-otin-affgoa package poses significant risks due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and pollute the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your project for similar vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of your software.
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FAQ
The nabuf-otin-affgoa package is an npm package that has been linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic publication of derivative packages.
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Using compromised packages can lead to security vulnerabilities, data breaches, and the potential for your application to be exploited by malicious actors. It can also damage your project's reputation.
To prevent vulnerabilities, regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for real-time monitoring, and stay updated on security advisories related to the packages you use.
If you have already used the nabuf-otin-affgoa package, uninstall it immediately and review your project for any dependencies that may have been affected. Consider using Vulert to check for other vulnerabilities.
