Malicious Code Injection in modirai-igimamafo-jagaigg Package
Summary
MAL-2025-160648: Malicious code in modirai-igimamafo-jagaigg (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The modirai-igimamafo-jagaigg package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which are often used to inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the modirai-igimamafo-jagaigg package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are often themed around Indonesian culture. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of developers who unknowingly use these packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the broader issue of automated scripts that flood the npm ecosystem with low-quality or harmful packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall modirai-igimamafo-jagaiggIf 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-igimamafo-jagaigg package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity and reputation of packages before installation.
Conclusion
The modirai-igimamafo-jagaigg package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers and the integrity of the npm registry. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential threats in your dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation of derivative packages.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and publish harmful variants, potentially compromising your project's security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall modirai-igimamafo-jagaigg' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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