Malicious Code Injection in maman-tahu46-breki: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-74369: Malicious code in maman-tahu46-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package maman-tahu46-breki is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, making them a significant risk to developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the inclusion of malicious code within the maman-tahu46-breki package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, thereby allowing the package to continuously republish itself and pollute the npm registry. The origin of this issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which exploits the npm ecosystem for malicious purposes. The ramifications include potential security risks for applications using this package, as well as the degradation of the npm registry's integrity.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall maman-tahu46-brekiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the maman-tahu46-breki package and any other packages that may be part of the tea.xyz campaign. Regularly audit your npm packages using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The maman-tahu46-breki package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that modifies package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies to maintain the integrity and security of their applications.
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FAQ
maman-tahu46-breki is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to security risks, including the potential for unauthorized code execution and pollution of the npm registry.
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If you have installed maman-tahu46-breki, you should uninstall it immediately using the command npm uninstall maman-tahu46-breki.
Yes, tools like npm audit and Vulert can help you identify and manage vulnerabilities in your npm packages.
