Malicious Code Injection in teagood-nalikoli54: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-167610: Malicious code in teagood-nalikoli54 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
teagood-nalikoli54 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to modify essential files and continuously pollute the npm registry with harmful variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the teagood-nalikoli54 package. This code is designed to alter the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture. The result is a proliferation of derivative packages that can mislead developers and compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem. The malicious payload not only affects the immediate package but also contributes to a larger issue of registry pollution, making it difficult for developers to trust npm packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall teagood-nalikoli54If 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-nalikoli54 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your package-lock.json file for any vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which can monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The teagood-nalikoli54 package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package files and proliferate harmful variants. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
teagood-nalikoli54 is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic publication of harmful derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and generates random package names, leading to potential security risks and registry pollution.
You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall teagood-nalikoli54 and audit your dependencies for any other vulnerabilities.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities and alerts you in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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