Malicious Code Injection in irma-rendang56-pore: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-97936: Malicious code in irma-rendang56-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'irma-rendang56-pore' is part of a series of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior poses a significant risk to the integrity of the npm registry and the security of applications relying on these packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'irma-rendang56-pore' originates from its malicious code, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random Indonesian-themed package names. This results in the continuous republishing of variants, effectively polluting the npm registry. The ramifications include potential security risks for applications using these packages, as they may inadvertently incorporate malicious code into their dependencies.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall irma-rendang56-poreIf 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 prevent the installation of this malicious package by using npm's package-lock.json to monitor and control your dependencies. Ensure that your project does not include 'irma-rendang56-pore' in its dependencies.
Conclusion
The 'irma-rendang56-pore' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm package management. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
'irma-rendang56-pore' is an npm package that has been identified as containing malicious code aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities. By checking your package-lock.json, you can determine if your application is affected.
Using 'irma-rendang56-pore' can expose your application to security vulnerabilities, as it may incorporate malicious code that alters your project's dependencies.
It is recommended to regularly check for vulnerabilities, ideally every time you update your dependencies or at least once a month.
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