Malicious Code Injection in verify-aya-auial Package: npm Vulnerability Overview
Summary
MAL-2025-170333: Malicious code in verify-aya-auial (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The verify-aya-auial package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its functionality is compromised due to the presence of malicious code that alters package metadata and republishing behavior.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the verify-aya-auial package stems from its malicious code, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of other packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs these tactics to manipulate the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall verify-aya-auialIf 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-auial package in your project. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The verify-aya-auial package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and the integrity of the npm registry. It is essential to uninstall this package and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and managing such risks effectively.
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FAQ
The verify-aya-auial package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and continuously republishes variants, which can lead to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks.
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Currently, there is no specific patched version for the verify-aya-auial package. The best course of action is to uninstall the package.
If you have used the verify-aya-auial package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and review your project for any potential impacts.
