Malicious Code Injection in utomo-dradag97-ruro Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-110267: Malicious code in utomo-dradag97-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The utomo-dradag97-ruro package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making the package a potential threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the utomo-dradag97-ruro package originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to modify the package.json file. This modification removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. The ramifications include compromised developer reputations and potential security risks for applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall utomo-dradag97-ruroIf 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 utomo-dradag97-ruro package in your project. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
Conclusion
The utomo-dradag97-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security and integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of numerous derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially compromising the integrity of your application and its dependencies.
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Remove the utomo-dradag97-ruro package from your project and check for any available patched versions to update.
These scripts are designed to automatically generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, which is part of the malicious behavior associated with this vulnerability.
