Malicious Code Injection in vera-kue66-riris Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-91700: Malicious code in vera-kue66-riris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The vera-kue66-riris package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for JavaScript development. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the vera-kue66-riris package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The primary risk is the pollution of the npm registry, which can compromise the integrity of the ecosystem and potentially expose users to further malicious activities.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall vera-kue66-ririsIf 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 vera-kue66-riris package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall vera-kue66-riris'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The vera-kue66-riris package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or uninstalling the package to safeguard your projects and maintain the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
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FAQ
The vera-kue66-riris package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which is known for flooding the npm registry with malicious packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to the publication of unauthorized packages and compromising the integrity of your project.
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If you cannot update the package, consider uninstalling it as a temporary measure to prevent any malicious actions until a secure version is released.
More information can be found in the vulnerability report on the GitHub repository for malicious packages or through security advisories related to npm.
