Malicious Code Injection in yearning_boar-notthedev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-111270: Malicious code in yearning_boar-notthedev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'yearning_boar-notthedev' package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'yearning_boar-notthedev' stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall yearning_boar-notthedevIf 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 'yearning_boar-notthedev' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The 'yearning_boar-notthedev' package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and their applications. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor for any potential vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert to ensure the security of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for malicious behaviors.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, potentially compromising your application's security.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
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