Malicious Code Injection in inagi-vumafe-nafus Package
Summary
MAL-2025-156357: Malicious code in inagi-vumafe-nafus (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The inagi-vumafe-nafus package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the inagi-vumafe-nafus 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 and loss of trust in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall inagi-vumafe-nafusIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the inagi-vumafe-nafus package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your package dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The inagi-vumafe-nafus package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and remove this package from their projects to maintain the security and integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
The inagi-vumafe-nafus package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to manipulate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the inagi-vumafe-nafus package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
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