Malicious Code Injection in tuti-tapai50-pore: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-98429: Malicious code in tuti-tapai50-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'tuti-tapai50-pore' is part of a series of malicious npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior not only inflates developer reputation scores but also poses a significant risk to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'tuti-tapai50-pore' stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. It generates random package names, often 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, exposing their applications to potential security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tuti-tapai50-poreIf 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 'tuti-tapai50-pore' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which analyzes your package-lock.json file to alert you of any open-source vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The 'tuti-tapai50-pore' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor for similar vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert to ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as malicious, designed to manipulate the npm registry and inflate developer reputation scores.
If your application uses the 'tuti-tapai50-pore' package, it may inadvertently include malicious code that can compromise security and integrity.
You should immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall tuti-tapai50-pore' and check your project for any other affected packages.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json file for real-time alerts on open-source vulnerabilities without needing to access the code or install additional software.
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