Malicious Code Injection in strange_cobra-tool: npm Package Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-109173: Malicious code in strange_cobra-tool (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The strange_cobra-tool is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate certain functionalities related to token rewards but has been compromised. The package has been reported to contain malicious scripts that manipulate its own metadata and publish variants to the npm registry, potentially affecting developers and users relying on its integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. It includes scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, change version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior can lead to reputation inflation for malicious actors and pollution of the npm registry, posing risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall strange_cobra-toolIf 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 strange_cobra-tool package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The strange_cobra-tool package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise projects using it. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor for updates or patches. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications by providing real-time vulnerability alerts.
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FAQ
strange_cobra-tool is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to facilitate token-related functionalities.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should remove the strange_cobra-tool package from your project immediately and check for any updates or patches.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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