Malicious Code Injection in iwan-botok62-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-73564: Malicious code in iwan-botok62-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The iwan-botok62-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem and has been identified as a malicious package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. It modifies critical files such as package.json, removing private flags and altering version numbers, which can lead to significant security risks for developers using this package.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the iwan-botok62-breki package, which is part of a broader scheme to manipulate the npm registry. The package contains scripts that automatically publish variants of itself with altered names and configurations, effectively polluting the npm registry. This behavior can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, as well as the potential for developers to unknowingly incorporate malicious code into their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall iwan-botok62-brekiIf 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 avoid using the iwan-botok62-breki package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The iwan-botok62-breki package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and publishes unauthorized variants. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
It is a malicious npm package that is part of a scheme to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file and the introduction of malicious code into your application.
You should uninstall the iwan-botok62-breki package immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
Yes, regularly audit your dependencies and use tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your open-source packages.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
