Malicious Code Injection in cindy-papeda50-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100482: Malicious code in cindy-papeda50-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The cindy-papeda50-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized for various JavaScript functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is particularly vulnerable due to its association with scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the cindy-papeda50-ruro package being linked to a malicious campaign that modifies package.json files. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry. The malicious payload can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem, potentially affecting developers and users relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall cindy-papeda50-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, you can prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json file to monitor dependencies. This can help in identifying and avoiding malicious packages. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities without needing to access the code directly.
Conclusion
The cindy-papeda50-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies package metadata. It is crucial to remove this package from your project and monitor your dependencies for similar vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in maintaining the security of your open-source projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate package metadata.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, affecting the integrity of your project's dependencies and potentially introducing security risks.
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You should uninstall the cindy-papeda50-ruro package immediately and review your project's dependencies for any other vulnerabilities.
There is no patch for the cindy-papeda50-ruro package as it is recommended to remove it entirely from your project.
