Malicious Code Injection in stout-soluble-pot Package
Summary
MAL-2025-109161: Malicious code in stout-soluble-pot (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The stout-soluble-pot package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the stout-soluble-pot package originates from its involvement in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file. This includes removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages. The impact of this vulnerability can include reputational damage, security breaches, and the introduction of unstable or harmful code into applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall stout-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 workaround, you can avoid using the stout-soluble-pot package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, ensure that your package.json file does not include any references to this package.
Conclusion
The stout-soluble-pot package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and their applications. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your project for vulnerabilities to ensure the integrity and security of your software.
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FAQ
The stout-soluble-pot package is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that has been found to contain malicious code.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and republish variants, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and code pollution.
You should uninstall the stout-soluble-pot package immediately using the command 'npm uninstall stout-soluble-pot' to mitigate any risks.
Yes, you can look for other npm packages that offer similar functionality without the associated risks of malicious code.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
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