Malicious Code Injection in tuti-keripik45-miaww Package
Summary
MAL-2025-117548: Malicious code in tuti-keripik45-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The tuti-keripik45-miaww package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards. However, the package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the tuti-keripik45-miaww package originates 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, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in developers inadvertently using compromised packages, which may lead to security breaches or loss of data integrity.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tuti-keripik45-miawwIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the tuti-keripik45-miaww package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your package dependencies to ensure no malicious packages are included.
Conclusion
The tuti-keripik45-miaww package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with compromised versions. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of compromised packages in your project, potentially exposing your application to security risks.
You should immediately remove the tuti-keripik45-miaww package and any related packages from your project.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
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