Malicious Code Injection in teagood-cuekin24: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-166788: Malicious code in teagood-cuekin24 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
teagood-cuekin24 is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with a series of malicious activities aimed at inflating developer reputation scores. The package is designed to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, thereby polluting the npm registry. This behavior poses a significant risk to developers who may unknowingly integrate this package into their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in teagood-cuekin24 stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to the npm registry. This not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also exposes developers to potential security risks and reputation damage.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall teagood-cuekin24If 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 the teagood-cuekin24 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your dependencies to ensure they are secure.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the teagood-cuekin24 package highlights the importance of vigilance in managing npm dependencies. By understanding the nature of this vulnerability and taking proactive measures, developers can protect their projects from potential threats.
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FAQ
teagood-cuekin24 is an npm package linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for its malicious activities.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, compromising your project's security and potentially damaging your reputation.
Uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall teagood-cuekin24' and consider using alternative packages.
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