Malicious Code Injection in wibowo-miemee24-ruro: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-110871: Malicious code in wibowo-miemee24-ruro (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package wibowo-miemee24-ruro is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with the proliferation of malicious packages designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages. The vulnerability stems from the package's design, which allows it to modify critical files and republish itself under various names, thereby compromising the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in wibowo-miemee24-ruro is characterized by the presence of malicious code that alters the package.json file to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is part of a broader scheme to pollute the npm registry with derivative packages, which can lead to significant security risks, including unauthorized access and manipulation of user data. The origin of this vulnerability is traced back to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which exploits the npm ecosystem for malicious purposes.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall wibowo-miemee24-ruroIf 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 remove the wibowo-miemee24-ruro package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall wibowo-miemee24-ruro. This will prevent the malicious code from executing until a fix is applied.
Conclusion
The wibowo-miemee24-ruro package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the registry with harmful derivatives. It is essential for developers to remain vigilant, update their packages regularly, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
wibowo-miemee24-ruro is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your package.json file, potentially exposing your application to security risks and data manipulation.
You should immediately update the package to the latest version or uninstall it to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
