Malicious Code Injection in ita-27 Package: npm Vulnerability Overview
Summary
MAL-2025-156942: Malicious code in ita-27 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ita-27 package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for JavaScript development. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious packages flooding the npm registry. These packages are designed to manipulate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ita-27 package arises from malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This not only affects the integrity of the npm ecosystem but can also lead to unintended consequences for developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ita-27If 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 ita-27 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the risk of malicious code. Regularly audit your package dependencies using tools like npm audit.
Conclusion
The ita-27 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for any potential vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The ita-27 package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to further vulnerabilities and affecting the integrity of the npm registry.
You can use the Vulert platform to monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. Visit Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability.
If you have installed the ita-27 package, you should uninstall it immediately using 'npm uninstall ita-27' and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor your project for vulnerabilities in real-time using just the package-lock.json file, without requiring code access or installation.
