Malicious Code Injection in mulyono-ketan3-riris Package
Summary
MAL-2025-88482: Malicious code in mulyono-ketan3-riris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The mulyono-ketan3-riris package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used for various JavaScript applications. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts that publish numerous variants of the package, potentially compromising the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the mulyono-ketan3-riris package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants pollutes the npm registry, leading to potential security risks for developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages. The malicious payload can also lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of the developer's environment.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mulyono-ketan3-ririsIf 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 mulyono-ketan3-riris package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The mulyono-ketan3-riris package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain security and integrity.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores by flooding the npm registry with derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially compromising your project's integrity and security by removing private flags and altering version numbers.
You should uninstall the mulyono-ketan3-riris package immediately and check for any other affected packages in your project.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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