Malicious Code Injection in mutrasd-sads-mutrio Package
Summary
MAL-2025-161166: Malicious code in mutrasd-sads-mutrio (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The mutrasd-sads-mutrio package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript applications. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. This package is linked to the tea.xyz token reward scheme, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the mutrasd-sads-mutrio package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior can lead to significant security risks, including the potential for dependency confusion and the introduction of untrusted code into projects relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall mutrasd-sads-mutrioIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the mutrasd-sads-mutrio package by removing it from your dependencies. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The mutrasd-sads-mutrio package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining 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 inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can introduce untrusted code into your project, potentially leading to security breaches and dependency confusion.
You should remove the mutrasd-sads-mutrio package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application against known vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use trusted sources for packages, and employ tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
