Malicious Code Injection in utomo-serabi62-pore Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-98465: Malicious code in utomo-serabi62-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The utomo-serabi62-pore 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 automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making the package a potential risk for developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the utomo-serabi62-pore package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random Indonesian-themed package names and continuously republishes variants, polluting the npm registry. This behavior can lead to security risks, including the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive data and the compromise of the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall utomo-serabi62-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 utomo-serabi62-pore package and any other packages that may be part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate risks from malicious packages.
Conclusion
The utomo-serabi62-pore package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior of modifying package files and republishing variants. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and remove any instances of this package from their projects to maintain the integrity and security 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 automated publishing of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and affecting its integrity.
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You should uninstall the utomo-serabi62-pore package immediately and audit your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
There is no patch for the utomo-serabi62-pore package as it is recommended to remove it entirely from your project.
