Malicious Code Injection in wade-teadev Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-110646: Malicious code in wade-teadev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The wade-teadev package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the development and management of JavaScript applications. However, it has been compromised, leading to the introduction of malicious scripts that can manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the wade-teadev package originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages contain scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants can lead to pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting other developers and applications relying on legitimate packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall wade-teadevIf 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 remove the wade-teadev package from your project if it is not essential. You can do this by executing the command: 'npm uninstall wade-teadev'. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that do not have known vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The wade-teadev package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of applications using it. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their projects from potential threats.
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FAQ
The wade-teadev package is a JavaScript library used within the npm ecosystem, primarily for application development.
This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
If you are using wade-teadev, you should update to the latest version or remove the package from your project to avoid potential security risks.
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