Malicious Code Injection in rifqi-papeda41-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108091: Malicious code in rifqi-papeda41-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The rifqi-papeda41-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the rifqi-papeda41-ruro package stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially affecting other developers by inflating reputation scores fraudulently. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which exploits npm for malicious purposes.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rifqi-papeda41-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 manually check your package.json file for any unauthorized changes and revert them. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
Conclusion
The rifqi-papeda41-ruro package contains a significant vulnerability that can compromise the integrity of your npm projects. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for any unauthorized changes. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about vulnerabilities in your open-source software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file, potentially affecting your application's integrity and reputation.
You should remove the rifqi-papeda41-ruro package from your project immediately and monitor for any unauthorized changes in your project files.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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