Malicious Code Injection in personal_alligator_z3n Package
Summary
MAL-2025-95879: Malicious code in personal_alligator_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The personal_alligator_z3n package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various development tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate npm's package registry by creating and publishing numerous derivative packages with altered metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the personal_alligator_z3n package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to generate and publish derivative packages. These scripts modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and create random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This not only affects the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly install these malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall personal_alligator_z3nIf 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 personal_alligator_z3n package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may inadvertently include it. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The personal_alligator_z3n package poses a significant risk due to its involvement in a malicious npm campaign. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action to remove any identified vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The personal_alligator_z3n package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that may compromise your project's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the personal_alligator_z3n package immediately using the command npm uninstall personal_alligator_z3n.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use trusted packages, and consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check your application for vulnerabilities without needing to sign up.
