Malicious Code Detected in teagood-cuekin72: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-166840: Malicious code in teagood-cuekin72 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
teagood-cuekin72 is a package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to modify critical files and republish variants, thus polluting the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in teagood-cuekin72 originates from its malicious payload that alters 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. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages, potentially leading to security breaches and loss of reputation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall teagood-cuekin72If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the teagood-cuekin72 package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Always validate the packages you include in your project by checking their source and reputation.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the teagood-cuekin72 package highlights the ongoing risks associated with open-source dependencies. It is essential for developers to remain vigilant, regularly update their packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. By taking proactive measures, you can safeguard your projects from potential threats.
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FAQ
teagood-cuekin72 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for flooding the npm registry with malicious packages.
The vulnerability can compromise your project's integrity by introducing malicious code that modifies critical files and republishing tainted packages.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall teagood-cuekin72' and check your project for any other affected dependencies.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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