Malicious Code Injection in miracle-dok-ujai: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-160519: Malicious code in miracle-dok-ujai (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'miracle-dok-ujai' is part of the npm ecosystem and appears to be associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. It is primarily used to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making it a potential threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'miracle-dok-ujai' stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and creates random package names, which leads to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall miracle-dok-ujaiIf 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 'miracle-dok-ujai' package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may have included it. You can also use tools like Vulert to check for vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json file. Here’s how to check your application: Visit the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner and upload your package-lock.json file to see if your application is affected by this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The 'miracle-dok-ujai' package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious behavior of modifying package files and republishing variants. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
'miracle-dok-ujai' is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall miracle-dok-ujai' and check your project for any dependencies that may have included it.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit https://vulert.com for more information.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help you identify vulnerabilities by analyzing your package-lock.json file without requiring access to your code or installation.
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