Malicious Code Injection in nutr-madan-syahmud Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-163919: Malicious code in nutr-madan-syahmud (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The nutr-madan-syahmud 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 aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages. These packages are designed to manipulate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making them a significant threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the nutr-madan-syahmud package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential misuse of developer credentials. This poses a risk not only to individual developers but also to the broader community relying on the npm registry for secure package management.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nutr-madan-syahmudIf 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 nutr-madan-syahmud package and replace it with a secure alternative. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The nutr-madan-syahmud package presents a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, regularly update their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Immediate action should be taken to remove any affected packages to maintain the integrity of your projects.
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FAQ
The nutr-madan-syahmud package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to exploit the npm registry.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially compromising your project's integrity and security by republishing variants that pollute the npm registry.
You should uninstall the nutr-madan-syahmud package immediately and check your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
