Malicious Code Injection in maya-lepet27-pore Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-98128: Malicious code in maya-lepet27-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The maya-lepet27-pore package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only affects the integrity of the npm ecosystem but can also lead to security risks for developers who inadvertently use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall maya-lepet27-poreIf 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 maya-lepet27-pore package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation.
Conclusion
The maya-lepet27-pore package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers and the npm ecosystem. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and use trusted alternatives. Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities is essential to maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
The maya-lepet27-pore package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
If you have installed the maya-lepet27-pore package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command npm uninstall maya-lepet27-pore.
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