Malicious Code Injection in intan-26 Package: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-156535: Malicious code in intan-26 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The intan-26 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 malicious packages. These packages often contain scripts that automate the creation and publication of derivative packages, potentially compromising the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the intan-26 package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only inflates developer reputation scores for token rewards but also poses significant risks to users who may unknowingly install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall intan-26If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the intan-26 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your package dependencies to identify and remove any malicious or untrusted packages.
Conclusion
The intan-26 package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the registry with compromised packages. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
The intan-26 package is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and generates random package names, which can lead to security vulnerabilities and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the intan-26 package immediately using 'npm uninstall intan-26' and audit your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application against known vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Yes, consider using other reputable packages that provide similar functionality without the risks associated with intan-26.
