Malicious Code Injection in teagood-nalikoli71: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-167629: Malicious code in teagood-nalikoli71 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
teagood-nalikoli71 is a package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to modify essential files and continuously republish variants, thus polluting the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in teagood-nalikoli71 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 to the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential 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-nalikoli71If 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 affected package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The teagood-nalikoli71 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code that alters package files and repopulates the registry with compromised versions. It is essential to take immediate action to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for potential vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
teagood-nalikoli71 is an npm package linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for flooding the npm registry with malicious packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and reputation damage.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall teagood-nalikoli71' and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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