Malicious Code Injection in kupa-lublio-igugfu Package
Summary
MAL-2025-157870: Malicious code in kupa-lublio-igugfu (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The kupa-lublio-igugfu package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the kupa-lublio-igugfu 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 continuous republishing of variants. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores by polluting the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers and users who may unknowingly install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall kupa-lublio-igugfuIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the kupa-lublio-igugfu package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may rely on it. You can also utilize tools like Vulert to check for vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json file.
Conclusion
The kupa-lublio-igugfu package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and users. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for its malicious behavior.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of compromised packages, which may pose security risks and affect the integrity of your project.
You should uninstall the kupa-lublio-igugfu package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time.
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