Malicious Code Injection in Makan-Aiga-Ifuafu Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-159181: Malicious code in makan-aiga-ifuafu (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
Makan-Aiga-Ifuafu is a package within the npm ecosystem that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting developers. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to manipulate the npm registry, posing risks to developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the Makan-Aiga-Ifuafu package stems from its inclusion in a broader malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The package contains scripts designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also compromises the integrity of the developer's reputation and can lead to unintended consequences for applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall makan-aiga-ifuafuIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the Makan-Aiga-Ifuafu package altogether. If it is already included in your project, remove it by executing: npm uninstall makan-aiga-ifuafu. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The Makan-Aiga-Ifuafu package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
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FAQ
Makan-Aiga-Ifuafu is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially compromising the integrity of your application and affecting its dependencies.
You should uninstall the Makan-Aiga-Ifuafu package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may be available.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring any installation.
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