Malicious Code Injection in putri-mendut8-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-75020: Malicious code in putri-mendut8-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-mendut8-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. However, this package has been identified as malicious, containing scripts that manipulate package metadata and flood the npm registry with unwanted variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the putri-mendut8-breki package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are then continuously republished. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also inflates developer reputation scores fraudulently. The malicious payload can lead to significant pollution of the npm ecosystem, making it difficult for developers to find legitimate packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-mendut8-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-mendut8-breki package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The putri-mendut8-breki package has been identified as a malicious package that compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your project for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential risks in your dependencies.
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FAQ
The putri-mendut8-breki package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and floods the npm registry with unwanted package variants, which can lead to confusion and potential security risks.
You should uninstall the putri-mendut8-breki package immediately using the command npm uninstall putri-mendut8-breki and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Yes, you should look for alternative packages that offer similar functionality without the associated risks of malicious code.
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