Malicious Code Injection in rude_sparrow-teagooddev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108241: Malicious code in rude_sparrow-teagooddev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The rude_sparrow-teagooddev package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, leading to the pollution of the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. The potential ramifications include unauthorized access to sensitive information, increased risk of dependency confusion attacks, and overall degradation of the npm ecosystem's trustworthiness.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rude_sparrow-teagooddevIf 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 prevent the installation of this malicious package by using npm's package-lock.json file to lock your dependencies. Additionally, consider using a tool like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The rude_sparrow-teagooddev package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters project files and inflates developer reputation scores. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of your projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to unauthorized access and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the package immediately and replace it with a secure alternative.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
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