Malicious Code Injection in payne-wallet-store: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-107006: Malicious code in payne-wallet-store (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The payne-wallet-store package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for managing wallet-related functionalities in applications. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts that publish derivative packages with altered metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in payne-wallet-store stems from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of applications that depend on this package. The malicious payload can introduce security risks, such as unauthorized access or data manipulation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall payne-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, you can remove the payne-wallet-store package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall payne-wallet-store'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The payne-wallet-store package has been identified as a vector for malicious code injection, posing significant risks to applications using it. Immediate action is required to mitigate these risks by updating or removing the package. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and preventing future vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
payne-wallet-store is an npm package used for wallet management in applications, but it has been compromised by malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your application's dependencies, potentially compromising security and functionality.
You should uninstall the payne-wallet-store package immediately and monitor for any updates or patches from the maintainers.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring, and stay updated with security advisories for the packages you use.
