Malicious Code Injection in vera-ragi68-breki Package: npm Vulnerability Summary
Summary
MAL-2025-75988: Malicious code in vera-ragi68-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The vera-ragi68-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary function of such packages is to manipulate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publishing of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the vera-ragi68-breki package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall vera-ragi68-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 vera-ragi68-breki package and monitor your dependencies for any updates or patches. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The vera-ragi68-breki package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your project and monitor for updates to safeguard your application from potential threats.
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FAQ
The vera-ragi68-breki package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through malicious practices.
The vulnerability can compromise the integrity of your project by introducing malicious code that alters your package.json file and floods the npm registry with tainted packages.
If you have installed the vera-ragi68-breki package, you should uninstall it immediately using 'npm uninstall vera-ragi68-breki' and monitor your dependencies for any updates.
To prevent similar vulnerabilities, regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for real-time monitoring, and stay informed about known vulnerabilities in the npm ecosystem.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
