Malicious Code Injection in mulyono-ragi6-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-106026: Malicious code in mulyono-ragi6-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The mulyono-ragi6-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript applications for various functionalities. However, it has recently been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. This package is designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the malicious code embedded within the mulyono-ragi6-ruro package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly install these compromised packages, potentially leading to further exploitation or data breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mulyono-ragi6-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the mulyono-ragi6-ruro package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. You can also utilize tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. To check if your application is affected, you can use the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The mulyono-ragi6-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its embedded malicious code, which alters package metadata and can lead to further exploitation. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and utilize tools like Vulert for ongoing monitoring of vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The mulyono-ragi6-ruro package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to the installation of compromised packages and pollution of the npm registry.
You can check your package.json and package-lock.json files for any references to mulyono-ragi6-ruro or use tools like Vulert to scan your project for vulnerabilities.
If you have installed the mulyono-ragi6-ruro package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command npm uninstall mulyono-ragi6-ruro.
Yes, Vulert can monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json file. You can check for vulnerabilities without requiring access to the code or installation.
