Malicious Code Vulnerability in hendra-ubi51-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103703: Malicious code in hendra-ubi51-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The hendra-ubi51-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the hendra-ubi51-ruro package, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to pollute the npm registry by continuously republishing variants of the package, thereby undermining the trustworthiness of the ecosystem. The origin of this issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood npm with such malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall hendra-ubi51-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the hendra-ubi51-ruro package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your npm packages for vulnerabilities using tools like npm audit.
Conclusion
The hendra-ubi51-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code, which can compromise the integrity of your project and the npm registry. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential threats.
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FAQ
The hendra-ubi51-ruro package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the publication of unauthorized packages, potentially compromising your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the hendra-ubi51-ruro package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
You can use tools like npm audit to check for vulnerabilities in your packages. Additionally, Vulert can monitor your package-lock.json for real-time alerts on open-source vulnerabilities.
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