Malicious Code Injection in ocha-keripik36-ruro Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-106519: Malicious code in ocha-keripik36-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ocha-keripik36-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package, like many others, is intended to facilitate the development of applications by providing reusable code. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages that can harm developers' reputations and the integrity of the registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ocha-keripik36-ruro package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. These actions lead to the continuous republishing of variants, which pollutes the npm registry and compromises the security and reliability of the ecosystem. The implications of this vulnerability include potential reputational damage for developers and the risk of inadvertently using compromised packages in applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ocha-keripik36-ruroIf 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 ocha-keripik36-ruro package and any other packages that may be associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time. 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 ocha-keripik36-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that can compromise the npm registry and developer reputations. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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FAQ
The ocha-keripik36-ruro package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to exploit the npm registry.
This vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and the integrity of your development environment.
You should uninstall the ocha-keripik36-ruro package immediately and audit your project for any other potentially compromised packages.
You can use tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without needing to access the code 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.
