Malicious Code Injection in indah-toge70-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104138: Malicious code in indah-toge70-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The indah-toge70-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. These packages often contain scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores, making them a target for malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the indah-toge70-ruro package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which leads to the continuous republishing of these variants. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to exploit the npm registry by polluting it with numerous derivative packages. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly install these packages, as they may inadvertently contribute to the malicious activity.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall indah-toge70-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 indah-toge70-ruro package and instead look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always review package details and community feedback before installation.
Conclusion
The indah-toge70-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm package metadata. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action to remove any known vulnerabilities. Regular monitoring and updates can help maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The indah-toge70-ruro package is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code that modifies your project's package.json, potentially compromising your application's security.
You should uninstall the indah-toge70-ruro package immediately using the command npm uninstall indah-toge70-ruro.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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