Malicious Code Injection in putri-bika21-miaww Package
Summary
MAL-2025-89632: Malicious code in putri-bika21-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-bika21-miaww package is part of a series of npm packages that have been linked to a token reward campaign by tea.xyz. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores. The malicious nature of this package stems from its ability to modify critical files and republish variants, leading to potential pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the putri-bika21-miaww package originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to manipulate package.json files. This manipulation involves removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names, which can lead to the proliferation of unwanted packages in the npm registry. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly install these packages, as well as damage to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-bika21-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 putri-bika21-miaww package and any other related packages that may have been published as part of this malicious campaign. Regularly audit your package dependencies to ensure no malicious packages are included.
Conclusion
The putri-bika21-miaww package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package files and republish variants. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for similar vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their projects.
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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 automated package publishing.
If included in your project, this package can modify your package.json file and republish variants, potentially leading to security risks and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the putri-bika21-miaww package immediately and audit your dependencies for any other malicious packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time about open-source vulnerabilities.
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