Malicious Code Injection in tiara-getas16-miaww Package
Summary
MAL-2025-91044: Malicious code in tiara-getas16-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The tiara-getas16-miaww package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious packages that flood the npm registry. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, making them a risk to developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the tiara-getas16-miaww package arises from the presence of 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 origin of this issue is tied to a campaign aimed at manipulating npm's reputation system, which can result in a polluted registry and potential security risks for applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tiara-getas16-miawwIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
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Conclusion
The tiara-getas16-miaww package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm's reputation system. It is essential to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies to maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
The tiara-getas16-miaww package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to malicious activities in the npm registry.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and the pollution of the npm registry with derivative packages.
You should uninstall the tiara-getas16-miaww package immediately using the command npm uninstall tiara-getas16-miaww.
Yes, regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check for vulnerabilities in your application without any signup.
