Malicious Code Injection in intan-60 Package: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-156572: Malicious code in intan-60 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The intan-60 package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for managing JavaScript packages. 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 for token rewards, making them a significant threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the intan-60 package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, change version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, which pollutes the npm registry and can potentially compromise the security of applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall intan-60If 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 avoid using the intan-60 package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz campaign. Regularly audit your package dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The intan-60 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious behavior aimed at exploiting the npm registry. It is essential for developers to be vigilant and remove any affected packages from their projects. Regular audits and monitoring can help maintain the security of applications.
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FAQ
The intan-60 package is a JavaScript package in the npm ecosystem that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to exploit the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising the security and integrity of your application.
You should uninstall the intan-60 package immediately using 'npm uninstall intan-60' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like npm audit or services like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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