Malicious Code Injection in vera-rangi34-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-75990: Malicious code in vera-rangi34-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The vera-rangi34-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. It is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated scripts that publish numerous variants of the package, which can lead to significant security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded within the vera-rangi34-breki package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, thereby polluting the npm registry. The origin of this issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which exploits npm's publishing mechanisms to distribute harmful packages. The ramifications include potential exposure of sensitive data, unauthorized access to systems, and a compromised development environment.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall vera-rangi34-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-rangi34-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 vera-rangi34-breki package poses significant security risks due to embedded malicious code that modifies project files and floods the npm registry. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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FAQ
The vera-rangi34-breki package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and unauthorized access.
You should uninstall the vera-rangi34-breki package immediately using the command npm uninstall vera-rangi34-breki.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
Yes, consider looking for alternative packages that offer similar functionalities but are verified and secure.
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