Malicious Code Injection in ida-keripik13-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103890: Malicious code in ida-keripik13-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ida-keripik13-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript development. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary function of such packages is to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ida-keripik13-ruro package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ida-keripik13-ruroIf 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-keripik13-ruro package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can use tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The ida-keripik13-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with compromised versions. It is essential for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
ida-keripik13-ruro is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should immediately uninstall the ida-keripik13-ruro package and check your application for any signs of compromise.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
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