Malicious Code Injection in gilang-bubursumsum60-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103133: Malicious code in gilang-bubursumsum60-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The gilang-bubursumsum60-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used 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, like others in the campaign, is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and changes version numbers. It generates random package names and continuously republishes these variants, polluting the npm registry. This can lead to security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages, as they may contain harmful code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall gilang-bubursumsum60-ruroIf 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 gilang-bubursumsum60-ruro package altogether. If it is already in use, remove it from your package.json and run npm install to clean up your dependencies.
Conclusion
The gilang-bubursumsum60-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code injection. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
Using this package can expose your project to malicious code, which may compromise security and functionality.
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Remove the package from your project and ensure to update your dependencies to avoid any security risks.
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