Malicious Code Injection in intan-36: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-156545: Malicious code in intan-36 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package intan-36 is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. It is often utilized in various applications to facilitate the installation and management of dependencies. However, intan-36 has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to manipulate the npm registry and inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in intan-36 originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been flooding the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that automatically modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of other packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall intan-36If 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 remove the intan-36 package from your project by executing the command: npm uninstall intan-36. This will help prevent any malicious activity associated with this package until a fix is applied.
Conclusion
The intan-36 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that manipulates the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, update their dependencies, and utilize monitoring tools like Vulert to safeguard their applications from such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
intan-36 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the automatic generation of malicious packages, which can compromise the integrity of your application and pollute the npm registry.
You should uninstall the intan-36 package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may be available.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can also check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly updating your dependencies, using tools like Vulert for monitoring, and reviewing package sources before installation can help prevent vulnerabilities.
