Malicious Code Injection in mulyono-tomat97-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-106033: Malicious code in mulyono-tomat97-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The mulyono-tomat97-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. Its primary function appears to be related to token reward systems, specifically for the tea.xyz protocol, which incentivizes developers to publish packages. However, this package has been compromised, leading to significant security concerns.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package's malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry. This behavior is part of a broader scheme to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, posing risks such as unauthorized access to sensitive information and the potential for further exploitation of affected systems.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mulyono-tomat97-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, you can avoid using the mulyono-tomat97-ruro package and replace it with a trusted alternative that provides similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation.
Conclusion
The mulyono-tomat97-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is essential for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry for token rewards.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized changes in your package.json file, potentially exposing your application to further vulnerabilities and attacks.
You should immediately uninstall the mulyono-tomat97-ruro package and check your project for any unauthorized changes.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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