Malicious Code Injection in right_sailfish-silentdev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108104: Malicious code in right_sailfish-silentdev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The right_sailfish-silentdev package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package, like many others, is intended to facilitate development by providing reusable code. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that exploits npm's publishing capabilities, leading to potential security risks for developers who use it.
Vulnerability Detail
This vulnerability originates from the package being associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood npm with malicious packages. The malicious code within right_sailfish-silentdev modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names to inflate developer reputation scores. This behavior can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the integrity of applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall right_sailfish-silentdevIf 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 right_sailfish-silentdev package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which analyzes your package-lock.json file for any known issues.
Conclusion
The right_sailfish-silentdev package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm's publishing system. It is essential for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the security and integrity of applications that depend on this package.
You should uninstall the right_sailfish-silentdev package immediately and check for any alternative packages that can fulfill your requirements.
You can use tools like Vulert, which allows you to monitor and alert in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
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