Malicious Code Injection in trevora-cir37: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-169231: Malicious code in trevora-cir37 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
trevora-cir37 is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which are often used to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in trevora-cir37 originates from its involvement in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly install these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall trevora-cir37If 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 remove the trevora-cir37 package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall trevora-cir37. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The trevora-cir37 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with compromised packages. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or uninstalling the package to safeguard their applications.
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FAQ
trevora-cir37 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been found to contain malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the installation of compromised packages, potentially exposing your application to security risks.
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If you cannot update the package, it is advisable to uninstall it temporarily to prevent any malicious activity until a secure version is released.
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