Malicious Code Injection in paulette-wallet-store: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-106997: Malicious code in paulette-wallet-store (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
paulette-wallet-store is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate transactions and manage wallet functionalities within the tea protocol ecosystem. However, this package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of its users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from a malicious payload embedded within the paulette-wallet-store package. This payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. It is designed to automatically publish derivative packages to inflate developer reputation scores, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of users who install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall paulette-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 workaround, users can avoid using the paulette-wallet-store package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The paulette-wallet-store package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant risk to users. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and monitoring for any further developments. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in identifying vulnerabilities in your applications.
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FAQ
The vulnerability involves malicious code that alters package metadata and publishes unauthorized variants, potentially compromising user security.
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If you have installed the package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and update to a secure version once available.
While specific exploits have not been detailed, the potential for malicious activity exists due to the nature of the code that modifies package metadata.
Yes, you can report vulnerabilities to npm by following their security reporting guidelines, which help maintain the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
