Malicious Code Injection in bayu-pisang84-remi Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99848: Malicious code in bayu-pisang84-remi (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The bayu-pisang84-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 in exchange for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the bayu-pisang84-remi package originates from its inclusion in a campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall bayu-pisang84-remiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, avoid using the bayu-pisang84-remi package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your dependencies to ensure that no malicious packages are included in your project.
Conclusion
The bayu-pisang84-remi package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies package files and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for any similar vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The bayu-pisang84-remi package 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 inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the bayu-pisang84-remi package immediately and check your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
Currently, there is no patched version available for the bayu-pisang84-remi package.
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