Malicious Code Injection in proxy-interface-visualize-thread-psi Package
Summary
MAL-2025-188926: Malicious code in proxy-interface-visualize-thread-psi (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The proxy-interface-visualize-thread-psi package is part of the npm ecosystem, commonly used for various JavaScript applications. It is designed to facilitate the visualization of threads in proxy interfaces. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that exploits npm's publishing mechanisms, leading to potential security risks for developers and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative. It contains scripts that automatically generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, effectively polluting the npm registry. The malicious payload alters the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and continuously republishing variants. This behavior can inflate developer reputation scores fraudulently and compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall proxy-interface-visualize-thread-psiIf 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 proxy-interface-visualize-thread-psi package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The proxy-interface-visualize-thread-psi package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise applications using it. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package designed for visualizing threads in proxy interfaces, but it has been compromised by malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should remove the package immediately and monitor for any updates or patches that may be released.
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