Malicious Code Injection in maya-miemee15-pore: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-98130: Malicious code in maya-miemee15-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'maya-miemee15-pore' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. It is often utilized in various applications to enhance functionality and streamline development processes. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit npm's publishing mechanisms, leading to potential security risks for developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'maya-miemee15-pore' originates from its involvement in a token reward campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts designed to automatically publish derivative packages with altered metadata, including the removal of private flags and the generation of random package names. This behavior not only inflates developer reputation scores but also pollutes the npm registry, making it difficult for users to find legitimate packages. The malicious payload can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and a compromised development environment.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall maya-miemee15-poreIf 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 'maya-miemee15-pore' package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Always verify the integrity and source of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The 'maya-miemee15-pore' package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious nature. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and ensure their applications are secure. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for vulnerabilities and maintaining a secure development environment.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, unauthorized access to your application, and pollution of the npm registry.
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You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall maya-miemee15-pore' and review your project for any other potentially vulnerable packages.
Currently, there are no patches available for the 'maya-miemee15-pore' package. The best course of action is to remove it from your project.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring, and only install packages from trusted sources.
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