Malicious Code Injection in candra-sego86-ruro Package: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-100242: Malicious code in candra-sego86-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The candra-sego86-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily 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 for token rewards. However, it has been identified as malicious due to its capability to modify package.json files and republish variants with altered names and versions.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package's malicious payload that alters the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random names for packages, often 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 inadvertently use these malicious packages, exposing their applications to further risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall candra-sego86-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the candra-sego86-ruro package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may have inadvertently included it. You can also use tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The candra-sego86-ruro package poses a significant risk to npm users due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is crucial to remove this package and utilize monitoring tools like Vulert to safeguard your applications against similar threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for its malicious behavior.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall candra-sego86-ruro and check for any other affected dependencies.
Yes, regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check your application for vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json.
