Malicious Code Injection in putri-tiwul71-ruro Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-107553: Malicious code in putri-tiwul71-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The putri-tiwul71-ruro package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, aimed at inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. The malicious nature of this package compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the putri-tiwul71-ruro package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to modify package.json files. This modification removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The ramifications include pollution of the npm registry, potential security risks for developers using these packages, and a degradation 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-tiwul71-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the putri-tiwul71-ruro package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your npm packages using tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The putri-tiwul71-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
The putri-tiwul71-ruro package is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
This vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may introduce security risks if your application relies on compromised packages.
You should uninstall the putri-tiwul71-ruro package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by vulnerabilities without requiring any signup.
