Malicious Code Injection in robotics-auriga-eclipse-parcel: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-189251: Malicious code in robotics-auriga-eclipse-parcel (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
robotics-auriga-eclipse-parcel is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate robotics projects but has been compromised, leading to the introduction of malicious scripts. The vulnerability stems from its association with a campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages, potentially harming developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in robotics-auriga-eclipse-parcel originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. This can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult for users to find legitimate packages and potentially exposing them to further malicious activities.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall robotics-auriga-eclipse-parcelIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the robotics-auriga-eclipse-parcel package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The robotics-auriga-eclipse-parcel package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant risks to users and developers. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and utilizing tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your projects.
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FAQ
The package contains malicious code that modifies its own package.json file to remove private flags and generates random package names, which can lead to npm registry pollution.
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Using the compromised package can expose your application to further vulnerabilities, make it difficult to find legitimate packages, and potentially harm your project's reputation.
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Remove the package from your project immediately and replace it with a secure alternative. Ensure to update your package-lock.json file accordingly.
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