Malicious Code Injection in ocha-sate44-breki: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-74713: Malicious code in ocha-sate44-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
ocha-sate44-breki is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in ocha-sate44-breki stems from its inclusion in a series of malicious packages designed to manipulate the npm registry. The package contains scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ocha-sate44-brekiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the ocha-sate44-breki package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The ocha-sate44-breki package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the registry. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly update their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their projects.
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FAQ
ocha-sate44-breki is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the ocha-sate44-breki package immediately and review your project's dependencies for any other potentially compromised packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application against known vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without needing to sign up.
Yes, consider using other reputable npm packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks of malicious behavior.
