Malicious Code Injection in intan-66 Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-156578: Malicious code in intan-66 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The intan-66 package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the intan-66 package originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload modifies 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 other packages and applications that depend on it.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall intan-66If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the intan-66 package by removing it from your dependencies. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The intan-66 package poses significant security risks due to its malicious behavior, which can compromise the integrity of the npm registry and affect dependent applications. It is essential to remove this package and monitor for any vulnerabilities in your project. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your open-source dependencies.
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FAQ
The intan-66 package is an npm package that is part of a token reward campaign, designed to automatically generate and publish derivative packages.
The package modifies package.json files, removes private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected without needing to sign up.
If you have installed intan-66, it is crucial to remove it from your project and check for any dependencies that may have been affected by its malicious behavior.
Yes, consider using other npm packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always review the package's reputation and security history before installation.
