Malicious Code Injection in putri-kue10-riris Package
Summary
MAL-2025-89675: Malicious code in putri-kue10-riris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-kue10-riris package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publishing of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the putri-kue10-riris 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, primarily themed around Indonesian culture. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-kue10-ririsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the putri-kue10-riris package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity and reputation of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The putri-kue10-riris package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and their projects. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a campaign aimed at manipulating developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the putri-kue10-riris package immediately using 'npm uninstall putri-kue10-riris' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities by analyzing your package-lock.json. You can also check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Yes, you should look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality but have a verified reputation and do not exhibit any malicious behavior.
