Malicious Code Injection in putri-tempe26-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107552: Malicious code in putri-tempe26-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-tempe26-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects. 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 inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the putri-tempe26-ruro 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, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The primary risk includes pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of developers' reputations, as well as the risk of inadvertently including malicious code in projects that depend on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-tempe26-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 prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json to monitor dependencies. Ensure that your project does not include putri-tempe26-ruro in its dependencies. You can also use the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall putri-tempe26-ruro.
Conclusion
The putri-tempe26-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters project configurations and inflates developer reputations. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies closely to maintain the integrity of your projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to inflate developer reputation scores.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to the inclusion of harmful dependencies and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the putri-tempe26-ruro package immediately and check your project for any unintended consequences.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json.
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