Malicious Code Injection in trevora-cir104: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-169156: Malicious code in trevora-cir104 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
trevora-cir104 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm ecosystem. This package is designed to participate in the tea.xyz token reward scheme, which involves the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to modify package metadata and republish variants, thereby inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in trevora-cir104 originates from its inclusion in a broader malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. The malicious code within this package modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly install these malicious 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 trevora-cir104If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the trevora-cir104 package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may inadvertently include it. Regularly audit your package-lock.json file to ensure no malicious packages are present.
Conclusion
The trevora-cir104 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that modifies package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their projects for any dependencies that may include it. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying vulnerabilities in your application.
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FAQ
trevora-cir104 is an npm package involved in a malicious campaign that generates and publishes harmful derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and affecting your developer reputation.
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You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall trevora-cir104 and check for any other dependencies that may rely on it.
Currently, there is no patched version available for trevora-cir104. It is recommended to remove the package until a safe version is released.
