Malicious Code Injection in vida-kentang82-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-76016: Malicious code in vida-kentang82-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The vida-kentang82-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with packages that inflate developer reputation scores. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to automatically generate and publish derivative packages, making it susceptible to malicious exploitation.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the vida-kentang82-breki package arises from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the pollution of the npm registry. This behavior is part of a broader scheme to manipulate developer reputation scores for token rewards, posing significant risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall vida-kentang82-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, avoid using the vida-kentang82-breki package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project's dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The vida-kentang82-breki package contains a significant vulnerability that can compromise your project's security. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. Utilizing tools like Vulert can provide additional security by alerting you to vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
The vida-kentang82-breki package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your project's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the vida-kentang82-breki package immediately and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor and alert you to open-source vulnerabilities in your software without requiring access to your code.
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