Malicious Code Vulnerability in sinta-asinan88-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108710: Malicious code in sinta-asinan88-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The sinta-asinan88-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. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the sinta-asinan88-ruro package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to a broader trend of malicious packages flooding the npm ecosystem, specifically targeting the tea protocol token rewards.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall sinta-asinan88-ruroIf 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 sinta-asinan88-ruro package and instead look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The sinta-asinan88-ruro package contains malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry and poses security risks to developers. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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FAQ
The sinta-asinan88-ruro package is an npm package linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and continuously republishes variants, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks.
If you have installed the sinta-asinan88-ruro package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command: npm uninstall sinta-asinan88-ruro.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
To prevent similar vulnerabilities, regularly audit your dependencies, keep your packages updated, and use tools like npm audit to identify potential risks.
