Malicious Code Injection in cindy-rangginang25-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100484: Malicious code in cindy-rangginang25-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The cindy-rangginang25-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, aimed at inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that modifies package metadata and repurposes it for nefarious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious payload, which alters the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily 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 unknowingly use these malicious packages, risking security breaches and reputational damage.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall cindy-rangginang25-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 cindy-rangginang25-ruro package and monitor your project for any unauthorized changes in your package.json file. You can also use tools like Vulert to monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. To check if your application is affected, you can visit the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without needing to sign up.
Conclusion
The cindy-rangginang25-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repurposes it for harmful activities. It is essential to remove this package from your project and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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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 malicious code modifies your package.json, potentially leading to the use of compromised packages and security vulnerabilities.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall cindy-rangginang25-ruro' and check your project for any unauthorized changes.
Regularly update your dependencies, use trusted sources for packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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