Malicious Code Injection in namadata-munaroha-buty: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-161762: Malicious code in namadata-munaroha-buty (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
namadata-munaroha-buty is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards for developers by generating and publishing derivative packages. However, it has been identified as malicious, containing scripts that manipulate package metadata and flood the npm registry with unwanted variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in namadata-munaroha-buty originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through automated package publishing. The malicious payload alters the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and creating random package names. This not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages, leading to potential security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall namadata-munaroha-butyIf 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 namadata-munaroha-buty package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. You can also use tools like Vulert to check for vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json without needing to access the code directly.
Conclusion
The namadata-munaroha-buty package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for any potential vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about the security status of your open-source packages.
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FAQ
namadata-munaroha-buty is an npm package involved in a token reward campaign that has been identified as malicious.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command: npm uninstall namadata-munaroha-buty.
You can use tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without needing to access the code.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
