Malicious Code Injection in rina-lodeh64-kyuki: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-90179: Malicious code in rina-lodeh64-kyuki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package rina-lodeh64-kyuki 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 malicious packages. The primary functionality of such packages is to manipulate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in rina-lodeh64-kyuki originates from its malicious intent to modify the package.json file by removing private flags and altering 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 packages, leading to potential security breaches and loss of trust.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rina-lodeh64-kyukiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the rina-lodeh64-kyuki package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always review the package's source and community feedback before integrating it into your project.
Conclusion
The rina-lodeh64-kyuki package poses a significant threat due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating npm's ecosystem. It is essential for developers to remain vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to ensure their projects are secure from such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating developer reputation scores.
Using this package can lead to security risks, including the potential for unauthorized access to your project and the pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall rina-lodeh64-kyuki and review your project's dependencies for any other potentially malicious packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner without any signup.
Yes, consider using other reputable packages that offer similar functionality but have a proven track record of security and reliability.
