Malicious Code Injection in maya-sasag1-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-74426: Malicious code in maya-sasag1-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The maya-sasag1-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit npm's publishing capabilities. It is designed to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, which can lead to pollution of the npm registry and compromise developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the maya-sasag1-breki package stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are often themed around Indonesian culture. This behavior is part of a broader scheme to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards associated with the tea protocol. The continuous republishing of these variants can clutter the npm registry and pose security risks to developers who may unknowingly depend on these malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall maya-sasag1-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 maya-sasag1-breki package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity and reputation of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The maya-sasag1-breki package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the npm registry. It is essential for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action to remove any affected packages. Regular monitoring and updates can help maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The maya-sasag1-breki package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the maya-sasag1-breki package immediately and check your project for any unintended consequences caused by its presence.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities without requiring code access or installation.
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