Malicious Code Detected in tealove-aruma34: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-168090: Malicious code in tealove-aruma34 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package tealove-aruma34 is part of a broader campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. It is designed to manipulate the npm ecosystem by flooding it with derivative packages that have randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for rewards related to the tea protocol. The package's functionality is compromised due to its malicious intent, making it a significant risk for users relying on npm for package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in tealove-aruma34 originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that automatically generate and publish derivative packages. These scripts modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and creating random package names. This results in pollution of the npm registry and can lead to security risks for developers who may unknowingly install these malicious packages. The continuous republishing of variants exacerbates the issue, making it difficult to track and mitigate the threat.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tealove-aruma34If 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 tealove-aruma34 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. You can also use the following command to uninstall the package: npm uninstall tealove-aruma34.
Conclusion
The tealove-aruma34 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code and behavior. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant about their dependencies and take immediate action to remove any affected packages. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for vulnerabilities and ensuring the security of your projects.
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FAQ
Tealove-aruma34 is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry for token rewards.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that compromise your project's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check your project for any other potentially malicious dependencies.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can also check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Yes, consider using other reputable packages that offer similar functionality without the risks associated with tealove-aruma34.
