Malicious Code Vulnerability in agus-peyek82-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99320: Malicious code in agus-peyek82-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The agus-peyek82-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary function of such packages is to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious design of the package, which includes scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags and alter version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these 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 agus-peyek82-ruroIf 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 affected package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity and reputation of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The agus-peyek82-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm registry integrity. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and take proactive measures to protect their applications from such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
Using this package can lead to security vulnerabilities in your application, as it modifies critical files and republish variants that may contain malicious code.
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If you have used the agus-peyek82-ruro package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and review your project for any potential security issues.
There are no patches available for the agus-peyek82-ruro package as it is inherently malicious. The best course of action is to remove it from your project.
To prevent similar vulnerabilities, always use trusted packages, regularly update your dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your software.
