Malicious Code Injection in piluvaika-kaiu-nubi Package
Summary
MAL-2025-164260: Malicious code in piluvaika-kaiu-nubi (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The piluvaika-kaiu-nubi package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the piluvaika-kaiu-nubi package stems from malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which leads to the continuous republishing of these variants. The origin of this issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs these tactics to manipulate npm registry metrics. The ramifications include potential security risks for applications using this package, as it can lead to unintended exposure of sensitive data and compromise the integrity of the software.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall piluvaika-kaiu-nubiIf 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 piluvaika-kaiu-nubi package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The piluvaika-kaiu-nubi package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to applications using it. Immediate action is required to uninstall the package and seek alternatives. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in the future.
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FAQ
The piluvaika-kaiu-nubi package is an npm package linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your application to security vulnerabilities and affecting its integrity.
You should uninstall the piluvaika-kaiu-nubi package immediately using the command: npm uninstall piluvaika-kaiu-nubi.
Yes, consider looking for other npm packages that provide similar functionalities without the risk of malicious code.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
