Malicious Code Injection in arif-semur35-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99591: Malicious code in arif-semur35-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The arif-semur35-ruro package is part of a series of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards, making the package a potential vector for malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the arif-semur35-ruro package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This can lead to a compromised development environment, where developers may unknowingly install malicious packages, risking their applications and data.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall arif-semur35-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the arif-semur35-ruro package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your dependencies to ensure they are free from vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The arif-semur35-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with harmful variants. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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FAQ
It is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for generating and publishing numerous derivative packages.
The malicious code can compromise your development environment, leading to the installation of harmful packages that may affect your application's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the arif-semur35-ruro package immediately and check your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
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