Malicious Code Injection in verify-ayai-augial Package
Summary
MAL-2025-170342: Malicious code in verify-ayai-augial (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The verify-ayai-augial 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 containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications relying on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the verify-ayai-augial package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The intent is to inflate developer reputation scores for the tea protocol token rewards. The continuous republishing of these variants pollutes the npm registry, leading to potential security risks for developers and users who may inadvertently install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall verify-ayai-augialIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the verify-ayai-augial package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The verify-ayai-augial package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant risks to applications using it. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your project for any unauthorized changes. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software by providing real-time alerts for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The verify-ayai-augial package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and generate random package names, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities in your application.
You should uninstall the verify-ayai-augial package immediately using 'npm uninstall verify-ayai-augial' and monitor your project for any unauthorized changes.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can check if your application is affected by visiting the Vulert playground.
Regularly audit your dependencies, keep your packages updated, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
