Malicious Code Injection in verify-aya-amilsukxai Package
Summary
MAL-2025-170329: Malicious code in verify-aya-amilsukxai (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The verify-aya-amilsukxai 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 the generation and publication of derivative packages. However, it has been identified as malicious due to its functionality that modifies package metadata and floods the npm registry with unwanted variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the verify-aya-amilsukxai package originates from its malicious code that alters the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to manipulate developer reputation scores. This behavior can lead to a polluted npm registry, making it difficult for developers to find legitimate packages and potentially compromising their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall verify-aya-amilsukxaiIf 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 avoid using the verify-aya-amilsukxai package and any other packages that may be associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Monitor your project for any unintended dependencies that may have been introduced.
Conclusion
The verify-aya-amilsukxai package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial to remove this package from your project and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code can alter your package metadata and flood the npm registry, making it challenging to find legitimate packages and potentially compromising your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the verify-aya-amilsukxai package immediately and check for any other affected packages in your project.
There is no patch for the verify-aya-amilsukxai package, as it is recommended to remove it entirely from your project.
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