Malicious Code Injection in verify-aya-amilsuai Package
Summary
MAL-2025-170326: Malicious code in verify-aya-amilsuai (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The verify-aya-amilsuai package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript applications for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the verify-aya-amilsuai package, which is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially compromising the integrity of applications that depend on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall verify-aya-amilsuaiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the verify-aya-amilsuai package by removing it from your dependencies. If you need similar functionality, consider using alternative packages that are verified and have a good reputation in the community.
Conclusion
The verify-aya-amilsuai package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm registry integrity. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor for any updates to safeguard your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the integrity of applications that depend on the affected package.
You should remove the verify-aya-amilsuai package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
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