Malicious Code Injection in bambang-pecel100-tititugel Package
Summary
MAL-2025-97603: Malicious code in bambang-pecel100-tititugel (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The bambang-pecel100-tititugel package is part of the npm ecosystem, often 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 security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the bambang-pecel100-tititugel package stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these 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 further exploitation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall bambang-pecel100-tititugelIf 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 bambang-pecel100-tititugel package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The bambang-pecel100-tititugel package contains a significant vulnerability that can lead to malicious code injection. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for any potential risks. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code in your project, compromising its security and integrity.
You should remove the package from your project and check for any other affected packages. Consider using alternative packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
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