Malicious Code Injection in stacey-soluble-pot: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-109061: Malicious code in stacey-soluble-pot (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'stacey-soluble-pot' is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for rewards associated with the tea protocol, making the package a potential vector for malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'stacey-soluble-pot' originates from its malicious code, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in developers inadvertently using compromised packages, exposing their applications to security risks and undermining 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 stacey-soluble-potIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using 'stacey-soluble-pot' and any packages that may depend on it. Regularly audit your package-lock.json file to identify and remove any malicious packages. You can also utilize tools like Vulert to monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The 'stacey-soluble-pot' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with compromised packages. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, uninstall affected packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to safeguard their applications against such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
'stacey-soluble-pot' is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry for token rewards.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and functionality.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall stacey-soluble-pot' and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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