Malicious Code Injection in umi-mieaceh99-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-75868: Malicious code in umi-mieaceh99-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The umi-mieaceh99-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the umi-mieaceh99-breki package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload is designed to continuously republish these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to a broader campaign that aims to manipulate the npm ecosystem for token rewards.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall umi-mieaceh99-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 avoid using the umi-mieaceh99-breki package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The umi-mieaceh99-breki package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and the npm ecosystem. Immediate action is required to remove this package and prevent further exploitation. Utilizing tools like Vulert can enhance your project's security by providing real-time monitoring for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The umi-mieaceh99-breki package is an npm package linked to a token reward campaign that automates the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and republish variants, potentially leading to security risks and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the umi-mieaceh99-breki package immediately using 'npm uninstall umi-mieaceh99-breki' to mitigate any risks.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use trusted packages, and consider utilizing tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json.
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