Malicious Code Injection in samehadakudsfds-usr7 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-165745: Malicious code in samehadakudsfds-usr7 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The samehadakudsfds-usr7 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 modifies package metadata and floods the npm registry with unwanted variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded in the samehadakudsfds-usr7 package. This code is designed to alter the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. The primary risk includes the pollution of the npm registry with numerous derivative packages, which can lead to confusion, reputation damage for developers, and potential security risks for applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall samehadakudsfds-usr7If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the samehadakudsfds-usr7 package and instead look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can use the following command to uninstall the package: npm uninstall samehadakudsfds-usr7.
Conclusion
The samehadakudsfds-usr7 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
The samehadakudsfds-usr7 package is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that has been identified to contain malicious code.
The malicious code modifies package metadata and floods the npm registry, which can lead to confusion and potential security risks for applications that depend on these packages.
You should uninstall the samehadakudsfds-usr7 package immediately and monitor for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
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