Malicious Code Injection in maman-soto11-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105567: Malicious code in maman-soto11-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The maman-soto11-ruro 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 affecting developers' reputations and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the maman-soto11-ruro package stems from its malicious code, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and changes version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior can lead to significant ramifications, including the compromise of developer reputations and the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall maman-soto11-ruroIf 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 avoid using the maman-soto11-ruro package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner.
Conclusion
The maman-soto11-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for similar vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
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FAQ
The maman-soto11-ruro package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to malicious activities in the npm ecosystem.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and generates random package names, which can lead to reputation damage and registry pollution.
You should uninstall the maman-soto11-ruro package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected. Update your project accordingly.
Yes, regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check for vulnerabilities in your application without requiring any signup.
