Malicious Code Injection in stacey-wallet-store: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-109063: Malicious code in stacey-wallet-store (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The stacey-wallet-store package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for managing wallet-related functionalities in applications. However, it has been identified as a malicious package that is involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in stacey-wallet-store originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages contain scripts designed to modify package.json files by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall stacey-wallet-storeIf 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 stacey-wallet-store package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, ensure that your package-lock.json is monitored for any vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
Conclusion
The stacey-wallet-store package has been identified as a malicious entity within the npm ecosystem, posing significant risks to developers and their applications. It is crucial to take immediate action to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
stacey-wallet-store is an npm package used for wallet management in applications, but it has been compromised by malicious actors.
The malicious code can modify your package.json, leading to the installation of unwanted packages and potential security vulnerabilities.
You should uninstall the stacey-wallet-store package immediately and check your project for any other compromised packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
