Malicious Code Injection in erwin-tempe54-remi Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102232: Malicious code in erwin-tempe54-remi (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The erwin-tempe54-remi package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript applications for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as a malicious package that is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This campaign has been known to flood the npm registry with packages that contain harmful scripts designed to manipulate developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the erwin-tempe54-remi package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that deploys scripts to automatically generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names. These scripts modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and creating numerous variants that pollute the npm registry. This not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these packages in their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall erwin-tempe54-remiIf 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 erwin-tempe54-remi package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The erwin-tempe54-remi package poses a significant risk due to its malicious nature, which can compromise the security of applications that utilize it. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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FAQ
The erwin-tempe54-remi package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating developer reputation scores.
Using the erwin-tempe54-remi package can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
If you have installed the erwin-tempe54-remi package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command npm uninstall erwin-tempe54-remi.
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