Malicious Code Injection in ronald-soluble-pot: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-108196: Malicious code in ronald-soluble-pot (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
ronald-soluble-pot is an npm package that is part of 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 originates from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ronald-soluble-potIf 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 ronald-soluble-pot package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The ronald-soluble-pot package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with compromised packages. It is essential for developers to be vigilant, update their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
ronald-soluble-pot is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
If you have used the ronald-soluble-pot package, it is crucial to remove it and update your dependencies to ensure your application is secure.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just the package-lock.json file. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground.
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