Malicious Code Injection in sinta-pisang85-ruro Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108733: Malicious code in sinta-pisang85-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The sinta-pisang85-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem and appears to be 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 compromised, leading to significant security concerns.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the sinta-pisang85-ruro package stems from its malicious code 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, polluting 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 malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall sinta-pisang85-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, avoid using the sinta-pisang85-ruro package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The sinta-pisang85-ruro package has been identified as a malicious entity within the npm ecosystem, posing significant risks to developers and their projects. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
The sinta-pisang85-ruro package is an npm package that has been linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated package publishing.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to further vulnerabilities and cluttering the npm registry with unwanted packages.
If you have installed the sinta-pisang85-ruro package, you should uninstall it immediately using 'npm uninstall sinta-pisang85-ruro' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can also check your application against known vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground.
Yes, consider using other reputable packages that offer similar functionality without the associated risks. Always review package documentation and community feedback before integrating.
