Malicious Code Injection in putri-bakwan98-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-74964: Malicious code in putri-bakwan98-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-bakwan98-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for JavaScript development. It 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, leading to potential misuse and pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from a malicious payload embedded within the putri-bakwan98-breki package. This payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The intent is to continuously republish these variants, thereby polluting the npm registry and compromising the integrity of the ecosystem. Developers using this package may unknowingly contribute to the spread of malicious code, leading to security risks in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-bakwan98-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 putri-bakwan98-breki package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The putri-bakwan98-breki package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
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Using this package can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising security and integrity.
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Remove the putri-bakwan98-breki package immediately and consider replacing it with a safer alternative. Also, review your project for any potential impacts.
