Malicious Code Injection in putri-ketoprak60-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107492: Malicious code in putri-ketoprak60-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-ketoprak60-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package, like many others in the npm registry, is intended to facilitate the development of applications by providing reusable code. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages that have randomized names, ultimately impacting the integrity of the registry and developer reputation.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the putri-ketoprak60-ruro package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. The scripts are designed to autopublish these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages. The ramifications include loss of trust in the npm ecosystem and possible exposure to further vulnerabilities.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-ketoprak60-ruroIf 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-ketoprak60-ruro package and instead look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation.
Conclusion
The putri-ketoprak60-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to exploit the npm registry. It is essential for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action to remove any compromised packages. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to exploit the npm registry.
The malicious code can alter your project's package.json, remove private flags, and publish unauthorized variants, leading to potential security risks.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command: npm uninstall putri-ketoprak60-ruro.
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 your application for vulnerabilities at the Vulert playground without any signup.
Yes, you should look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality but have a good reputation and are actively maintained.
