Malicious Code Injection in modirai-fiha-jinu Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-160612: Malicious code in modirai-fiha-jinu (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The modirai-fiha-jinu package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects. 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 the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, aiming to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the modirai-fiha-jinu package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, contributing to the pollution of the npm registry. This behavior can lead to security risks, as it may allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or disrupt the integrity of the npm ecosystem. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs autopublish scripts to automate the creation and publication of these malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall modirai-fiha-jinuIf 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 modirai-fiha-jinu package altogether. If it is already included in your project, remove it by executing: npm uninstall modirai-fiha-jinu. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The modirai-fiha-jinu package presents a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial to remove this package from your project and monitor for any vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert. Staying informed and proactive can help protect your applications from such threats.
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FAQ
The modirai-fiha-jinu package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for flooding the npm registry with malicious packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your package.json file, potentially compromising your project's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the modirai-fiha-jinu package immediately using the command: npm uninstall modirai-fiha-jinu.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
