Malicious Code Injection in hadi-ruwet54-pore Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-97872: Malicious code in hadi-ruwet54-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The hadi-ruwet54-pore package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant security risks for users relying on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the hadi-ruwet54-pore package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk of unintentional dependency on compromised packages, which can lead to further exploitation and security breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall hadi-ruwet54-poreIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
Tip — Not sure whether your app is affected? Vulert can check the versions your app actually runs. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the hadi-ruwet54-pore package and instead 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 hadi-ruwet54-pore package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm registry behaviors. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies to maintain the integrity and security of their projects.
See every vulnerability recorded for hadi-ruwet54-pore →
FAQ
The hadi-ruwet54-pore package is an npm package that has been identified as malicious, designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
This vulnerability can lead to the introduction of compromised packages into your project, potentially exposing it to security risks and exploitation.
If you have installed the hadi-ruwet54-pore package, you should uninstall it immediately and check for any other affected packages in your project.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
You can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without signing up.
