Malicious Code Injection in tealove-boy24 Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-168130: Malicious code in tealove-boy24 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The tealove-boy24 package is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign that has infiltrated the npm ecosystem. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards by generating and publishing derivative packages. It is characterized by its use of autopublish scripts that create numerous variants of the package, aimed at inflating developer reputation scores within the tea protocol.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the tealove-boy24 package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The primary risk is the pollution of the npm registry, which can compromise the integrity of the ecosystem and potentially lead to further exploitation by malicious actors.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tealove-boy24If 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-boy24 package and any of its derivatives. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your project's dependencies.
Conclusion
The tealove-boy24 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package and monitor for updates or patches to maintain the security of your project.
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FAQ
Tealove-boy24 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, which may compromise the integrity of your project's dependencies and expose it to further risks.
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If you have installed the tealove-boy24 package, it is recommended to remove it immediately and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
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