Malicious Code Injection in wawan-kacang97-breki: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-76173: Malicious code in wawan-kacang97-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package wawan-kacang97-breki 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. These packages often contain scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores, posing significant risks to users and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in wawan-kacang97-breki originates from its association with malicious scripts that modify the package.json file. These scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This can result in compromised security for applications relying on these packages, as well as potential reputational damage for developers.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall wawan-kacang97-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 wawan-kacang97-breki package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your project.
Conclusion
The wawan-kacang97-breki package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. Users are advised to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in real-time monitoring and alerting for open-source vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The main issue is that it contains malicious code that modifies package metadata and floods the npm registry with derivative packages.
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If you have installed the wawan-kacang97-breki package, you should remove it immediately and check for any alternative packages.
While specific exploits may not be publicly documented, the malicious nature of the package poses a risk of compromising application security.
Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit and stay informed about vulnerabilities in the packages you use.
