Malicious Code Injection in verify-tayic-aibamu Package
Summary
MAL-2025-170491: Malicious code in verify-tayic-aibamu (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The verify-tayic-aibamu package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate certain functionalities related to token rewards but has been compromised to include malicious scripts that can affect the integrity of the npm registry. The package's primary function is to manage token rewards, but its malicious modifications can lead to severe consequences for developers using it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the verify-tayic-aibamu package stems from its inclusion in a campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This not only inflates developer reputation scores fraudulently but also pollutes the npm registry, potentially affecting other developers and applications relying on npm packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall verify-tayic-aibamuIf 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-tayic-aibamu package and look for 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-tayic-aibamu package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of your npm projects. It is essential to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential threats in your software.
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FAQ
The verify-tayic-aibamu package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been compromised to include malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and affect your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the verify-tayic-aibamu package immediately using the command npm uninstall verify-tayic-aibamu and check for any updates or patches for your other dependencies.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without needing to sign up.
Yes, you should look for alternative packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated risks. Always ensure to review the package's reputation and security before installation.
