Malicious Code Detected in ida-rangi83-remi: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-103909: Malicious code in ida-rangi83-remi (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'ida-rangi83-remi' 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 the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts that modify package metadata and republish variants, thereby compromising the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the malicious code embedded within the 'ida-rangi83-remi' package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potentially affecting developers who rely on the integrity of package versions. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to deploy such tactics to manipulate the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ida-rangi83-remiIf 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 prevent the installation of this malicious package by using the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall ida-rangi83-remi. Additionally, ensure that your package-lock.json file is monitored for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The 'ida-rangi83-remi' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and flood the registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, remove this package, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their projects.
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FAQ
The 'ida-rangi83-remi' package is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign that modifies package metadata and floods the npm registry.
This vulnerability can compromise the integrity of your project by introducing malicious code that alters package metadata and potentially leads to the installation of harmful dependencies.
If you have installed the 'ida-rangi83-remi' package, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately using the command: npm uninstall ida-rangi83-remi.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground without any signup.
To maintain security, regularly update your dependencies, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and avoid installing unverified packages from the npm registry.
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