Malicious Code Injection in tealove-aruma47 Package: npm Vulnerability Summary
Summary
MAL-2025-168104: Malicious code in tealove-aruma47 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The tealove-aruma47 package is part of a series of npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with 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 the presence of malicious scripts that alter package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the tealove-aruma47 package originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that automatically modify the package.json file. This modification removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The ramifications include pollution of the npm registry, potential security risks for developers using these packages, and the undermining of trust in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tealove-aruma47If 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 tealove-aruma47 package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The tealove-aruma47 package poses significant risks due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help ensure the security of your applications.
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FAQ
Tealove-aruma47 is an npm package that is part of a token reward campaign, designed to manipulate the npm registry through the creation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may introduce security risks if your project inadvertently uses compromised packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected without requiring any signup.
If you have installed the tealove-aruma47 package, it is advisable to remove it immediately and check for any alternative packages that do not pose security risks.
Yes, there are many npm packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated risks. Always review the package's reputation and security history before installation.
