Malicious Code Injection in mutdaufs-mudipoap-butysd Package
Summary
MAL-2025-161130: Malicious code in mutdaufs-mudipoap-butysd (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The mutdaufs-mudipoap-butysd package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The package's functionality is compromised due to its malicious intent, which leads to the pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's design to include malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mutdaufs-mudipoap-butysdIf 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 mutdaufs-mudipoap-butysd package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The mutdaufs-mudipoap-butysd package contains a significant vulnerability that can lead to malicious code injection and pollution of the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for any potential security issues. Utilizing tools like Vulert can enhance your ability to maintain secure dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated package publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and potentially exposing sensitive data.
You should immediately uninstall the package using npm uninstall mutdaufs-mudipoap-butysd and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
Yes, Vulert can monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can also check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
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