Malicious Code Vulnerability in putra-gaplek42-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-74923: Malicious code in putra-gaplek42-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putra-gaplek42-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package was identified as part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. It is designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the putra-gaplek42-breki package. It modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to the proliferation of spammy packages in the npm registry. This not only affects the integrity of the npm ecosystem but can also mislead developers and users into using compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches and loss of trust in the package management system.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putra-gaplek42-brekiIf 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 putra-gaplek42-breki package and monitor your dependencies for any unauthorized changes. Additionally, consider using tools like npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your project.
Conclusion
The putra-gaplek42-breki package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of spammy packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and integrity.
You should remove the putra-gaplek42-breki package from your project immediately and monitor your dependencies for any unauthorized changes.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit and stay informed about the packages you use. Consider using Vulert to monitor your projects for vulnerabilities.
