Malicious Code Injection in udin-mendut7-pore: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-98436: Malicious code in udin-mendut7-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'udin-mendut7-pore' is part of a series of npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by creating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. The primary function of these packages is to inflate developer reputation scores for rewards in the tea protocol, but they introduce significant risks to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'udin-mendut7-pore' stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the affected package but also affects the overall reliability of the npm ecosystem, leading to potential security risks for developers and users relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall udin-mendut7-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 'udin-mendut7-pore' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project's dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
Conclusion
The 'udin-mendut7-pore' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior of modifying package files and republishing harmful variants. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies to maintain the security of their projects.
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FAQ
The 'udin-mendut7-pore' package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to inflate developer reputation scores.
This vulnerability can compromise the integrity of your project by introducing malicious code that modifies your package.json and republishing harmful variants.
You should remove the 'udin-mendut7-pore' package from your project immediately and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert to monitor vulnerabilities, and avoid unverified packages.
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