Malicious Code Injection in dewi-ragi46-ruro Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-101483: Malicious code in dewi-ragi46-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The dewi-ragi46-ruro 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 for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity and the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the dewi-ragi46-ruro package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of 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 dewi-ragi46-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 avoid using the dewi-ragi46-ruro package and any derivatives associated with it. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the risk of malicious code.
Conclusion
The dewi-ragi46-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its embedded malicious code, which alters package metadata and can lead to further exploitation. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain security.
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FAQ
The dewi-ragi46-ruro package is an npm package linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks.
You should remove the dewi-ragi46-ruro package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches that may address this vulnerability.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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