Malicious Code Injection in rina-kacang100-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-75251: Malicious code in rina-kacang100-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The rina-kacang100-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the creation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been compromised to include malicious code that alters its own package configuration.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the rina-kacang100-breki package, which contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior can lead to reputation damage for developers and potential security risks for users who inadvertently install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rina-kacang100-brekiIf 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 remove the rina-kacang100-breki package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall rina-kacang100-breki'. 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 rina-kacang100-breki package has been compromised with malicious code that alters its configuration and can lead to significant security risks. It is crucial to monitor your dependencies and take immediate action to mitigate any potential threats. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in maintaining the security of your open-source projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to create and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and reputation damage.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may be available.
Yes, regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert and keep your packages updated to the latest secure versions.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check for vulnerabilities in your application without any signup.
