Malicious Code Detected in hendra-keraktelor38-ruro: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-103663: Malicious code in hendra-keraktelor38-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package hendra-keraktelor38-ruro is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for managing JavaScript packages. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages often contain scripts designed to manipulate the npm registry and inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in hendra-keraktelor38-ruro originates from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of the ecosystem. The malicious payload can affect developers by misrepresenting their contributions and may lead to security risks if these packages are inadvertently used in projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall hendra-keraktelor38-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 manually check your package-lock.json file for any references to hendra-keraktelor38-ruro and remove it. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The hendra-keraktelor38-ruro package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious behavior. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, remove affected packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their projects.
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FAQ
hendra-keraktelor38-ruro is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and misrepresentation of your contributions, potentially introducing security risks.
You should remove the hendra-keraktelor38-ruro package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for real-time monitoring, and stay updated on security advisories related to your packages.
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