Malicious Code Injection in andi-nasipecel88-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99452: Malicious code in andi-nasipecel88-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The andi-nasipecel88-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically 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. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random Indonesian-themed package names and continuously republishes variants, polluting the npm registry. This behavior can lead to reputation damage for developers and potential security risks for applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall andi-nasipecel88-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the andi-nasipecel88-ruro package altogether. If it is already in use, consider replacing it with a reputable alternative that does not exhibit malicious behavior.
Conclusion
The andi-nasipecel88-ruro package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and their applications. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor for any updates or patches. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in maintaining the security of your software dependencies.
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FAQ
andi-nasipecel88-ruro 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, removes private flags, and can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting your application's integrity.
You should remove the andi-nasipecel88-ruro package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json. You can also check your application against vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for real-time monitoring, and stay updated with the latest security advisories for the packages you use.
