Malicious Code Injection in putri-gandul29-miaww Package
Summary
MAL-2025-89653: Malicious code in putri-gandul29-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-gandul29-miaww 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 led to the proliferation of numerous derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making them particularly susceptible to malicious exploitation.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the putri-gandul29-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 issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to manipulate npm registry data, potentially compromising the integrity of the npm ecosystem and affecting developers' reputations.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-gandul29-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-gandul29-miaww package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The putri-gandul29-miaww package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers and their projects. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert to maintain the integrity of your applications.
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FAQ
The putri-gandul29-miaww package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, often used in JavaScript applications.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially compromising your project's integrity and affecting your developer reputation.
You should uninstall the putri-gandul29-miaww package immediately using the command npm uninstall putri-gandul29-miaww.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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