Malicious Code Detected in wawan-telur46-ruro: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-110757: Malicious code in wawan-telur46-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package wawan-telur46-ruro is part of a series of npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for rewards related to the tea protocol.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in wawan-telur46-ruro stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to modify package.json files. This includes removing private flags, altering version numbers, and creating random package names, which leads to the pollution of the npm registry. The malicious payload can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem, potentially affecting other packages and users relying on npm for secure dependencies.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall wawan-telur46-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 wawan-telur46-ruro package and any packages that depend on it. Regularly monitor your package dependencies for any updates or patches that may address this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The wawan-telur46-ruro package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. Users are advised to remove this package and monitor their dependencies closely. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and mitigating such vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
The malicious code modifies package.json files to remove private flags and generates random package names, which can lead to npm registry pollution.
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You should uninstall the package immediately using the command: npm uninstall wawan-telur46-ruro and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, the vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, affecting the integrity of other packages and potentially compromising the security of applications relying on these packages.
Regularly audit your dependencies, utilize tools like Vulert for real-time monitoring, and stay informed about known vulnerabilities in the packages you use.
