Malicious Code Injection in tealoveness2: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-168745: Malicious code in tealoveness2 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package tealoveness2 is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as malicious due to its capability to modify package.json files and republish variants that can clutter the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in tealoveness2 originates from its malicious design, which includes scripts that automatically alter package.json files by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches and reputation damage.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tealoveness2If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
Currently, the best workaround is to avoid using the tealoveness2 package altogether. If it is already in use, remove it from your project and monitor for any updates or patches from the maintainers.
Conclusion
The tealoveness2 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package.json files and repopulates the npm registry with compromised packages. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and remain vigilant about potential vulnerabilities in their dependencies.
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FAQ
Tealoveness2 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and cluttering the npm registry with malicious packages.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall tealoveness2' and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
As of now, there are no patches available. The recommended action is to remove the package from your project.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just the package-lock.json file. You can also check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
