Malicious Code Injection in uinsu-list-patul Package
Summary
MAL-2025-169839: Malicious code in uinsu-list-patul (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The uinsu-list-patul package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automated generation and publication of derivative packages. This package is particularly vulnerable due to its association with scripts that modify package metadata and republish variants, leading to potential abuse in the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the uinsu-list-patul package originates from its involvement in the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious scripts that alter the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also compromises the integrity of the packages, potentially leading to security risks for developers who unknowingly use these variants.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall uinsu-list-patulIf 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 uinsu-list-patul package from your project by executing 'npm uninstall uinsu-list-patul'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The uinsu-list-patul package has been compromised by malicious code that alters its metadata and repurposes it for harmful activities. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their projects from potential threats.
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FAQ
The uinsu-list-patul package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and potentially affecting your application's integrity.
You can use Vulert, which monitors open-source vulnerabilities in your software. By utilizing the Vulert playground, you can check if your application is affected without any signup.
If you cannot update the package, consider removing it from your project as a temporary measure to mitigate the risk until a secure version is released.
For more information, you can reach out to Amazon Inspector at actran@amazon.com, as they identified this vulnerability.
