Malicious Code Injection in tania-bakso70-breki: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-75562: Malicious code in tania-bakso70-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package tania-bakso70-breki is part of a series of npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. The primary function of these packages is to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, which poses a significant risk to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in tania-bakso70-breki originates from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file. It removes 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 undermines the trustworthiness of the packages available to developers. The malicious code is part of a broader scheme to exploit the npm ecosystem for token rewards, making it a critical concern for developers relying on npm packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tania-bakso70-brekiIf 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 tania-bakso70-breki package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The tania-bakso70-breki package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action to remove any affected packages. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
tania-bakso70-breki is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry for token rewards.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and compromise the integrity of your project by introducing untrusted packages.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall tania-bakso70-breki' and monitor your project for any other vulnerabilities.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use trusted packages, and employ tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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