Malicious Code Injection in tuti-lapis54-ruro Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-109872: Malicious code in tuti-lapis54-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The tuti-lapis54-ruro package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the tuti-lapis54-ruro package stems from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the package but also leads to the pollution of the npm registry with potentially harmful variants, affecting developers and users relying on this ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tuti-lapis54-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 tuti-lapis54-ruro package and consider replacing it with a trusted alternative. Additionally, you can monitor your project for any unauthorized changes in the package.json file and revert them if necessary.
Conclusion
The tuti-lapis54-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any unauthorized changes. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in maintaining the security of your applications.
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FAQ
tuti-lapis54-ruro is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your project's package.json file, potentially introducing security risks and polluting the npm registry.
You should uninstall the tuti-lapis54-ruro package immediately and monitor your project for any unauthorized changes.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. It requires only the package-lock.json file for analysis.
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