Malicious Code Injection in typical_antelope-appteadev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-109895: Malicious code in typical_antelope-appteadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The typical_antelope-appteadev package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the typical_antelope-appteadev package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to continuously republish variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of applications that depend on this package. The malicious payload can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of the package's dependencies, posing significant risks to developers and users alike.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall typical_antelope-appteadevIf 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 typical_antelope-appteadev package from your project by executing: npm uninstall typical_antelope-appteadev. This will prevent any malicious code from executing while you assess your dependencies.
Conclusion
The typical_antelope-appteadev package contains a serious vulnerability that can compromise the integrity of applications relying on it. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard your project from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, often used in JavaScript applications.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your package dependencies, potentially compromising your application's security.
You should immediately update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project to mitigate the risks.
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