Malicious Code Injection in tealove-reborn29: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-168704: Malicious code in tealove-reborn29 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
tealove-reborn29 is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards for developers through the publication of derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of the npm registry and the applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in tealove-reborn29 originates from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random Indonesian-themed package names and continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can inflate developer reputation scores fraudulently and potentially introduce harmful code into dependent applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tealove-reborn29If 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-reborn29 package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can use the following command to uninstall the package: npm uninstall tealove-reborn29.
Conclusion
The tealove-reborn29 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that can compromise the npm registry and applications relying on it. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
tealove-reborn29 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should immediately uninstall the package and check for any dependencies that may have been affected by it.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and review package sources before installation.
