Malicious Code Injection in modira-fuoa-janur Package
Summary
MAL-2025-160588: Malicious code in modira-fuoa-janur (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The modira-fuoa-janur package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various 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 modira-fuoa-janur package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which leads to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk 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 modira-fuoa-janurIf 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 remove the modira-fuoa-janur package from your project by executing: 'npm uninstall modira-fuoa-janur'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing in your application until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The modira-fuoa-janur package contains a significant vulnerability due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential for developers to take immediate action by uninstalling the package and monitoring for updates to ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
The modira-fuoa-janur package is an npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially exposing your application to security risks and polluting the npm registry.
If you have installed the modira-fuoa-janur package, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and monitor for any updates or patches.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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