Malicious Code Injection in andi-gembus17-remi Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99425: Malicious code in andi-gembus17-remi (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The andi-gembus17-remi package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the andi-gembus17-remi package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of 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 andi-gembus17-remiIf 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 andi-gembus17-remi package altogether. If it is a dependency, consider replacing it with a known secure alternative or removing it from your project until a patch is released.
Conclusion
The andi-gembus17-remi package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of applications using it. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your project for vulnerabilities to maintain security.
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FAQ
andi-gembus17-remi is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and continuously republishes variants, which can lead to security vulnerabilities in your application.
You should uninstall the andi-gembus17-remi package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and review your package.json for any suspicious packages.
