Malicious Code Injection in remajasubuh Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-98288: Malicious code in remajasubuh (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The remajasubuh package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically 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 manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the remajasubuh package stems from its malicious code 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 to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall remajasubuhIf 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 remajasubuh package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project 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 remajasubuh package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and the npm ecosystem. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The remajasubuh package is an npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to further vulnerabilities and compromising the integrity of your dependencies.
You should remove the remajasubuh package from your project immediately and check for any other compromised packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by vulnerabilities without requiring an account.
