Malicious Code Injection in tealove-nokire30: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-168559: Malicious code in tealove-nokire30 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
tealove-nokire30 is an npm package that is part of a broader campaign aimed at exploiting the npm registry for token rewards associated with the tea.xyz protocol. This package is designed to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, which can inflate developer reputation scores. Its functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in tealove-nokire30 originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. The package contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of other packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tealove-nokire30If 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-nokire30 package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The tealove-nokire30 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for any signs of compromise. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your projects.
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FAQ
tealove-nokire30 is an npm package involved in a malicious campaign that exploits the npm registry for token rewards.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and compromise the integrity of your project's dependencies.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command: npm uninstall tealove-nokire30.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities without requiring code access or installation.
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