Malicious Code Injection in tuti-tempe93-breki: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-75797: Malicious code in tuti-tempe93-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'tuti-tempe93-breki' is part of the npm ecosystem and appears to be associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This campaign has been known to flood the npm registry with packages that contain malicious scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores. The package's functionality is compromised by these scripts, which can lead to significant security risks for developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'tuti-tempe93-breki' originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to modify the package.json file. These scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This behavior can result in compromised applications, as developers may unknowingly install these malicious packages, exposing their projects to security threats.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall tuti-tempe93-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 remove the 'tuti-tempe93-breki' package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall tuti-tempe93-breki'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing while you seek a secure alternative package.
Conclusion
The 'tuti-tempe93-breki' package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with harmful variants. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining a secure development environment.
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FAQ
The main issue is that it contains malicious code that modifies package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. By checking your package-lock.json file, you can identify if your application is affected.
If you have installed 'tuti-tempe93-breki', it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and check for any other affected packages in your project.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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