Malicious Code Injection in kresna-rendang72-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-73924: Malicious code in kresna-rendang72-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The kresna-rendang72-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate npm's publishing system, potentially harming developers' reputations and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the kresna-rendang72-breki package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the automatic publication of derivative packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through deceptive practices. The ramifications include pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall kresna-rendang72-breki
If 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 remove the kresna-rendang72-breki package from your project until a secure version is available. You can do this by executing the following command: npm uninstall kresna-rendang72-breki.
Conclusion
The kresna-rendang72-breki package contains a significant vulnerability due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and publishes derivative packages. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their applications and maintain the integrity of the npm registry.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, often used for JavaScript applications.
The vulnerability can lead to the automatic publication of malicious packages, potentially compromising your application's integrity.
You should update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project until a secure version is available.
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