Malicious Code Injection in vina-kembang91-ruro: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-110533: Malicious code in vina-kembang91-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'vina-kembang91-ruro' is part of a series of npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior not only clutters the npm registry but also poses security risks to developers and users relying on these packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'vina-kembang91-ruro' stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is indicative of a broader scheme to manipulate the npm registry, potentially leading to the distribution of compromised packages and undermining the integrity of the ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall vina-kembang91-ruroIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the 'vina-kembang91-ruro' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. 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: https://vulert.com/scanner.
Conclusion
The 'vina-kembang91-ruro' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the distribution of compromised packages, potentially exposing your project to security risks.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your project for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
