Malicious Code Injection in tomi-nasipecel51-miaww Package
Summary
MAL-2025-91174: Malicious code in tomi-nasipecel51-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The tomi-nasipecel51-miaww package 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, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its functionality is primarily centered around automated publishing, which unfortunately exposes it to vulnerabilities that can be exploited for malicious purposes.
Vulnerability Detail
This vulnerability originates from the package's design, which includes autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file. The malicious code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tomi-nasipecel51-miawwIf 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 tomi-nasipecel51-miaww package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to any open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
Conclusion
The tomi-nasipecel51-miaww package contains a significant vulnerability that can lead to the injection of malicious code into applications. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities to maintain security. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and managing such risks effectively.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed for automated publishing of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any dependencies that may rely on it.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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