Malicious Code Injection in trevora-cir6: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-169256: Malicious code in trevora-cir6 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The trevora-cir6 package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious activities aimed at inflating developer reputation scores. The trevora-cir6 package, like others in this campaign, contains scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and publish numerous derivative packages, potentially compromising the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in trevora-cir6 arises from the presence of malicious code that modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. This code generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to the npm registry. The origin of this vulnerability is tied to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs these tactics to artificially inflate developer reputation scores. The ramifications include the pollution of the npm registry, which can lead to confusion among developers and potential security risks if these packages are inadvertently used in projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall trevora-cir6If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the trevora-cir6 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your package dependencies using tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The trevora-cir6 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm package metadata. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
trevora-cir6 is an npm package that is part of a campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through malicious practices.
The malicious code modifies package metadata and can lead to the publication of numerous unwanted packages, potentially compromising your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall trevora-cir6' and monitor your project for any further vulnerabilities.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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