Malicious Code Injection in qori-bubur16-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107566: Malicious code in qori-bubur16-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The qori-bubur16-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods npm with derivative packages to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its functionality is compromised due to the presence of malicious scripts that alter package metadata and republish variants, leading to potential security risks for developers using it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the qori-bubur16-ruro package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and can compromise the integrity of applications relying on this package. Developers may unknowingly install these malicious variants, exposing their applications to security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall qori-bubur16-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, avoid using the qori-bubur16-ruro package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your package dependencies to identify and remove any malicious packages.
Conclusion
The qori-bubur16-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with compromised variants. It is essential for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies to maintain application security.
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FAQ
The qori-bubur16-ruro package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and republish variants, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and instability in your application.
If you have installed the qori-bubur16-ruro package, it is crucial to remove it immediately and audit your dependencies for any other malicious packages.
You can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Vulert analyzes your package-lock.json file to alert you of any vulnerabilities without requiring code access.
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