Malicious Code Vulnerability in riana-nasipecel62-kyuki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-90012: Malicious code in riana-nasipecel62-kyuki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The riana-nasipecel62-kyuki package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. The primary functionality of this package is to serve as a token reward mechanism, but it has been compromised to include malicious scripts that can affect developers' reputations and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the riana-nasipecel62-kyuki package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially leading to security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages. The impact of this vulnerability includes compromised developer reputations and the risk of integrating malicious code into legitimate applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall riana-nasipecel62-kyukiIf 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 riana-nasipecel62-kyuki package altogether. If it is already in use, consider removing it from your package.json and running npm install to clean up your dependencies. Additionally, you can use the following command to audit your project for vulnerabilities: npm audit.
Conclusion
The riana-nasipecel62-kyuki package contains a serious vulnerability due to the presence of malicious code that can compromise the integrity of your projects. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential risks in your open-source software.
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FAQ
The riana-nasipecel62-kyuki package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been compromised to include malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and republishes variants, which can lead to security risks and affect your project's integrity.
You should remove the riana-nasipecel62-kyuki package from your project and check for any other affected packages using npm audit.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json. You can check your application for vulnerabilities without any signup at the Vulert playground.
Regularly audit your dependencies using npm audit, keep your packages updated, and monitor for any reported vulnerabilities in the packages you use.
