Malicious Code Injection in teagood-lokika75: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-166943: Malicious code in teagood-lokika75 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
teagood-lokika75 is an npm package that appears to be part of a larger campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. The primary function of these packages is to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in teagood-lokika75 originates from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly incorporate these malicious packages into their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall teagood-lokika75If 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 teagood-lokika75 package and instead look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the teagood-lokika75 npm package highlights the importance of vigilance when managing dependencies in software projects. By understanding the nature of this vulnerability and taking proactive steps to mitigate risks, developers can protect their applications and maintain the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
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FAQ
teagood-lokika75 is an npm package involved in a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, often containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and can lead to the pollution of the npm registry with unwanted packages.
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If you have installed teagood-lokika75, you should uninstall it immediately using 'npm uninstall teagood-lokika75' and look for safer alternatives.
Yes, regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you in real-time about open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
