Malicious Code Injection in kresna-tempe11-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104893: Malicious code in kresna-tempe11-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The kresna-tempe11-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package, like many others, is intended to facilitate the development and deployment of applications by providing reusable code. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to manipulate the npm registry and inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the kresna-tempe11-ruro package stems from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. This allows the package to generate random Indonesian-themed names and continuously republish variants, polluting the npm registry. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs autopublish scripts to automate the creation of these malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall kresna-tempe11-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
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Conclusion
The kresna-tempe11-ruro package has been identified as a malicious entity within the npm ecosystem, capable of compromising application integrity through automated scripts. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies to safeguard your projects.
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FAQ
The kresna-tempe11-ruro package is an npm package used in JavaScript development, but it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign.
This vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the integrity of your application by introducing malicious code.
You should uninstall the kresna-tempe11-ruro package immediately and check your project for any other potentially malicious dependencies.
Regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert and keep your packages updated to the latest secure versions.
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