Malicious Code Exploit in namadata-munaroha-manuk Package
Summary
MAL-2025-161765: Malicious code in namadata-munaroha-manuk (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The namadata-munaroha-manuk package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary functionality of this package is to serve as a token reward mechanism, but its integrity has been compromised due to malicious code embedded within it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the namadata-munaroha-manuk package stems from its association with a malicious campaign that employs autopublish scripts to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is designed to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and continuously republishing variants, which pollutes the npm registry and can lead to security risks for users who inadvertently install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall namadata-munaroha-manukIf 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 namadata-munaroha-manuk package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The namadata-munaroha-manuk package has been compromised with malicious code that poses significant risks to users. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and utilizing tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your projects.
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FAQ
The vulnerability involves malicious code that modifies package.json and publishes variants to the npm registry, potentially compromising user security.
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If you have installed the namadata-munaroha-manuk package, you should immediately update it to the latest version or remove it from your project.
Yes, the malicious code can lead to the generation of numerous derivative packages that can pollute the npm registry, affecting other developers and users.
Regularly update your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring vulnerabilities, and review package sources before installation.
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