Malicious Code Injection in qoorsn-devapptea Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107565: Malicious code in qoorsn-devapptea (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The qoorsn-devapptea package is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with a series of malicious npm packages. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages with randomized names, aiming to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The package's functionality is compromised due to the presence of malicious scripts that manipulate its metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded within the qoorsn-devapptea package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. The origin of this issue is linked to a broader campaign that exploits npm's publishing mechanisms, potentially harming developers' reputations and 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 qoorsn-devappteaIf 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 qoorsn-devapptea package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall qoorsn-devapptea. This will prevent any malicious activity associated with the package until a secure version is released.
Conclusion
The qoorsn-devapptea package contains malicious code that compromises its integrity and poses risks to developers. It is essential to remove this package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
qoorsn-devapptea is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to malicious activities in the npm ecosystem.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to further vulnerabilities and damaging your developer reputation.
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It is recommended to uninstall the package immediately using the command: npm uninstall qoorsn-devapptea to mitigate any risks associated with the malicious code.
Currently, there is no patched version available for the qoorsn-devapptea package. Regularly check for updates to ensure your dependencies remain secure.
