Malicious Code Injection in putri-nasi4-tititugel Package
Summary
MAL-2025-98273: Malicious code in putri-nasi4-tititugel (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-nasi4-tititugel package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript projects. It appears to be associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to various malicious activities. This package is designed to manipulate npm registry entries and inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the putri-nasi4-tititugel package stems from its inclusion in a series of malicious packages that modify the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. This allows the package to generate random names and continuously republish variants, polluting the npm registry. The origin of this vulnerability is tied to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which exploits npm's publishing mechanisms for malicious purposes. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use this package, as it can lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-nasi4-tititugelIf 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-nasi4-tititugel package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Additionally, ensure that your package-lock.json file is monitored for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which can alert you in real-time about open-source vulnerabilities without requiring code access.
Conclusion
The putri-nasi4-tititugel package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and republish behavior. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and utilize tools like Vulert for ongoing vulnerability monitoring.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for malicious activities.
It can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file and potentially compromise your project's security.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your project for any further vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for real-time alerts on open-source vulnerabilities.
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