Malicious Code Injection in putri-menjes69-miaww Package
Summary
MAL-2025-89712: Malicious code in putri-menjes69-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-menjes69-miaww package is part of the npm ecosystem and appears to be associated with a token reward campaign for the tea.xyz protocol. This package is designed to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, which can inflate developer reputation scores. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the putri-menjes69-miaww package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names, which leads to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches and loss of trust in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-menjes69-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-menjes69-miaww package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The putri-menjes69-miaww package poses a significant security risk due to its embedded malicious code. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert. Staying informed and proactive can help maintain the integrity of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that has been identified to contain malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the republishing of compromised packages, which may introduce security vulnerabilities.
You should uninstall the putri-menjes69-miaww package immediately using the command npm uninstall putri-menjes69-miaww.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check for vulnerabilities without requiring an account.
