Malicious Code Injection in reasonable_viper-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107785: Malicious code in reasonable_viper-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The reasonable_viper-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for various development tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that exploits npm's package management system. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which has led to the proliferation of numerous derivative packages that aim to inflate developer reputation scores through deceptive practices.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded within the reasonable_viper-appteadev package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. It also generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages, as well as the degradation of the npm ecosystem's integrity.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall reasonable_viper-appteadevIf 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 reasonable_viper-appteadev package from your project by executing: npm uninstall reasonable_viper-appteadev. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The reasonable_viper-appteadev package has been compromised with malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and the npm ecosystem. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard your projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through deceptive practices.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and affecting the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
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As a temporary measure, you can uninstall the package using the command: npm uninstall reasonable_viper-appteadev to mitigate risks.
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