Malicious Code Injection in ogi-bubur96-riris Package
Summary
MAL-2025-89052: Malicious code in ogi-bubur96-riris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ogi-bubur96-riris package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ogi-bubur96-riris package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative. The package contains scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks of dependency confusion and potential exploitation by malicious actors.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ogi-bubur96-ririsIf 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 ogi-bubur96-riris package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Always verify the source and integrity of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The ogi-bubur96-riris package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly update their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The ogi-bubur96-riris package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
This vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, compromising the security of your application and potentially exposing it to further attacks.
If you have installed the ogi-bubur96-riris package, you should uninstall it immediately and check your project for any other potentially malicious dependencies.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time, providing alerts for any issues found.
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