Malicious Code Injection in sinta-pecel57-riris: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-90572: Malicious code in sinta-pecel57-riris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
sinta-pecel57-riris is an npm package that appears to be part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm ecosystem. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which has been known to flood the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, making them a significant threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in sinta-pecel57-riris stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the security of the affected package but also affects the overall trustworthiness of the npm ecosystem, potentially leading to further exploitation by malicious actors.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall sinta-pecel57-ririsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the sinta-pecel57-riris package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may rely on it. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The sinta-pecel57-riris package poses a significant threat due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the npm ecosystem. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
sinta-pecel57-riris is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and integrity.
You should remove the sinta-pecel57-riris package from your project immediately and monitor for any dependencies that may rely on it.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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