Malicious Code Injection in ogi-ubi95-miaww Package
Summary
MAL-2025-89139: Malicious code in ogi-ubi95-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ogi-ubi95-miaww package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making them a significant threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ogi-ubi95-miaww package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to manipulate the npm registry by creating a large number of derivative packages. The ramifications include potential pollution of the npm registry and risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ogi-ubi95-miawwIf 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-ubi95-miaww package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation.
Conclusion
The ogi-ubi95-miaww package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and inflates developer reputation scores. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential risks in your software.
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FAQ
The ogi-ubi95-miaww package is an npm package that has been identified as malicious, part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to the installation of unwanted packages and pollution of the npm registry.
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If you have installed the ogi-ubi95-miaww package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command npm uninstall ogi-ubi95-miaww.
Yes, you should look for alternative packages that offer similar functionality but are verified and trusted within the npm ecosystem.
