Malicious Code Injection in udin-lapis17-miaww Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-91372: Malicious code in udin-lapis17-miaww (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The udin-lapis17-miaww package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for JavaScript development. It has been identified as a malicious package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. This package is particularly dangerous due to its ability to modify critical files and republish itself under various names, thus polluting the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the udin-lapis17-miaww package originates from its malicious intent to manipulate the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall udin-lapis17-miawwIf 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 udin-lapis17-miaww package and any other packages that may have been published by it. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate risks from malicious packages.
Conclusion
The udin-lapis17-miaww package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior of modifying package files and republishing itself. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for any vulnerabilities to maintain the security of their applications.
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FAQ
The udin-lapis17-miaww package is a malicious npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores by generating and republishing derivative packages.
This vulnerability can compromise the integrity of your project by introducing malicious code that modifies your package.json file and republishing tainted packages, potentially leading to security issues.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application without needing to sign up.
If you have installed the udin-lapis17-miaww package, you should uninstall it immediately using npm uninstall udin-lapis17-miaww and check your project for any other affected packages.
Yes, tools like npm audit and Vulert can help you identify and manage vulnerabilities in your dependencies, ensuring your project remains secure.
