Malicious Code Injection in arif-tempe54-pore Package: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-97594: Malicious code in arif-tempe54-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The arif-tempe54-pore package is part of a broader campaign targeting npm users, specifically associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative. This package is designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores. Its functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that alter package metadata, making it a significant threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the arif-tempe54-pore package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants pollutes the npm registry, potentially leading to security risks for developers who inadvertently use these compromised packages. The malicious payload can also affect the reputation of legitimate developers by flooding the registry with low-quality packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall arif-tempe54-poreIf 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 arif-tempe54-pore package and any packages that depend on it. Monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes and consider using tools like Vulert to track vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
Conclusion
The arif-tempe54-pore package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and flood the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
The arif-tempe54-pore package is a malicious npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and generates random package names, which can lead to security vulnerabilities and a polluted npm registry.
If you have installed the arif-tempe54-pore package, you should uninstall it immediately using 'npm uninstall arif-tempe54-pore' and check your project for any unauthorized changes.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor your package-lock.json file for changes, and use tools like Vulert to receive real-time alerts for open-source vulnerabilities.
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