Malicious Code Injection in maya-rendang4-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105710: Malicious code in maya-rendang4-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The maya-rendang4-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily 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 developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the maya-rendang4-ruro package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores by polluting the npm registry with derivative packages. 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 maya-rendang4-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
Tip — Not sure whether your app is affected? Vulert can check the versions your app actually runs. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the maya-rendang4-ruro package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, ensure that your package.json file does not include any references to this package.
Conclusion
The maya-rendang4-ruro package contains a significant vulnerability that poses risks to applications using it. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your project for any potential vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software.
See every vulnerability recorded for maya-rendang4-ruro →
FAQ
The maya-rendang4-ruro package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to manipulate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to security risks by modifying your package.json file and republishing malicious variants, potentially compromising your application's integrity.
You should uninstall the maya-rendang4-ruro package immediately and look for alternative packages that do not carry the same risks.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json file. You can check if your application is affected by visiting the Vulert playground.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and review your package.json file for any suspicious packages.
