Malicious Code Injection in qori-klanting100-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107579: Malicious code in qori-klanting100-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The qori-klanting100-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with packages designed to manipulate developer reputation scores. This package, like others in the campaign, contains scripts that automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, making it susceptible to malicious exploitation.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the qori-klanting100-ruro package stems from its involvement in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in a loss of trust in the affected packages and potential security risks for applications relying on them.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall qori-klanting100-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 temporarily avoid using the qori-klanting100-ruro package by replacing it with an alternative package that provides similar functionality. Additionally, you can monitor your project for any malicious activity using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json file.
Conclusion
The qori-klanting100-ruro package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code injection vulnerability. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their applications for any signs of compromise. Utilizing tools like Vulert can provide additional security assurance.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, often used in JavaScript applications.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, compromising the security and integrity of your application.
You should remove the qori-klanting100-ruro package and consider using an alternative package. Additionally, monitor your project for vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use Vulert's playground to check your application for vulnerabilities without needing to sign up.
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