Malicious Code Injection in proud_vicuna_z3n Package
Summary
MAL-2025-89539: Malicious code in proud_vicuna_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The proud_vicuna_z3n package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious packages flooding the npm registry. This package, like others in its category, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the proud_vicuna_z3n package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores and pollute the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload can lead to unintended consequences for developers, including the potential for their applications to be compromised or misrepresented in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall proud_vicuna_z3nIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, consider removing the proud_vicuna_z3n package from your project until a secure version is released. You can uninstall the package using the following command: npm uninstall proud_vicuna_z3n.
Conclusion
The proud_vicuna_z3n package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise applications using it. Developers should take immediate action to remove or update the package to safeguard their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
The proud_vicuna_z3n package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to malicious activities in the npm ecosystem.
This vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its integrity and security.
If you have installed the proud_vicuna_z3n package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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