Malicious Code Injection in turisna-gd-11as Package
Summary
MAL-2025-169339: Malicious code in turisna-gd-11as (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The turisna-gd-11as package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through various automated scripts that generate and publish derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the turisna-gd-11as package, which includes scripts that automatically modify the package.json file. These modifications remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the pollution of the npm registry. This behavior not only affects the reputation of developers but also poses a risk of dependency confusion and potential exploitation by malicious actors.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall turisna-gd-11asIf 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 prevent the installation of this malicious package by using npm's package-lock.json file to monitor dependencies. Ensure that your project does not include turisna-gd-11as by checking the package-lock.json for any references to it.
Conclusion
The turisna-gd-11as package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies to safeguard your project from potential exploitation.
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FAQ
The turisna-gd-11as package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting your project's dependencies and reputation, as well as exposing it to further security risks.
If you have installed the turisna-gd-11as package, you should uninstall it immediately using 'npm uninstall turisna-gd-11as' and check your project for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time. You can also check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
To prevent similar vulnerabilities, regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring, and stay updated with the latest security advisories.
