Malicious Code Injection in ida-keraktelor74-breki: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-73431: Malicious code in ida-keraktelor74-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'ida-keraktelor74-breki' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit npm's publishing system. It is designed to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the 'ida-keraktelor74-breki' package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and creating random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants pollutes the npm registry, potentially leading to security risks for developers and users who may inadvertently install these compromised packages. The malicious payload can also affect the integrity of the npm ecosystem by making it difficult to trust legitimate packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ida-keraktelor74-brekiIf 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 'ida-keraktelor74-breki' package and any packages that depend on it. Monitor your package-lock.json file for any unexpected changes or additions that may indicate the presence of malicious packages.
Conclusion
The 'ida-keraktelor74-breki' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to exploit the npm ecosystem. It is essential for developers to be vigilant, regularly update their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Taking proactive steps can help maintain the security and integrity of software projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign that exploits the npm publishing system.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code, which may compromise the security and integrity of your project.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall ida-keraktelor74-breki' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected without needing to sign up.
