Malicious Code Injection in dewiwijaya Package: npm Vulnerability Overview
Summary
MAL-2025-171109: Malicious code in dewiwijaya (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The dewiwijaya package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for JavaScript development. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious packages that flood the npm registry. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages with randomized names.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the dewiwijaya package stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these 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 security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall dewiwijayaIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the dewiwijaya package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The dewiwijaya package presents a significant security risk due to its malicious code injection capabilities. It is essential for developers to be vigilant about their dependencies and take proactive measures to secure their applications. Regular audits and the use of monitoring tools like Vulert can help mitigate these risks.
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FAQ
The dewiwijaya package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to malicious activities in the npm ecosystem.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should immediately uninstall the dewiwijaya package and check your project for any unauthorized changes or dependencies.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
