Malicious Code Injection in verify-ayica-ama Package
Summary
MAL-2025-170388: Malicious code in verify-ayica-ama (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The verify-ayica-ama package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant security risks for users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the verify-ayica-ama package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters 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 dependent applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall verify-ayica-amaIf 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-ayica-ama package and replace it with a trusted alternative that provides similar functionality. Always verify the source and integrity of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The verify-ayica-ama package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
The verify-ayica-ama package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially compromising the integrity of your application and exposing it to further security risks.
You should uninstall the verify-ayica-ama package immediately and check for any other affected packages in your project.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities without requiring code access or installation.
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