Malicious Code Injection in tomi-sate74-riris: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-91192: Malicious code in tomi-sate74-riris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'tomi-sate74-riris' is part of the npm ecosystem and appears to be associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its primary functionality is to act as a facade for malicious activities, making it a significant risk for developers using npm.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'tomi-sate74-riris' originates from its malicious code 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 that pollute the npm registry. This behavior can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem, potentially leading to the installation of malicious packages by unsuspecting developers.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tomi-sate74-ririsIf 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 'tomi-sate74-riris' package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation.
Conclusion
The 'tomi-sate74-riris' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the registry with harmful variants. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their projects.
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FAQ
The main risk is that it can modify your package.json file and republish malicious variants, potentially leading to the installation of harmful code.
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You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall tomi-sate74-riris' and check your project for any other affected packages.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help you monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities without requiring code access or installation.
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