Malicious Code Vulnerability in xaver-semur11-riris Package
Summary
MAL-2025-92414: Malicious code in xaver-semur11-riris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The xaver-semur11-riris package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making them a significant threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the xaver-semur11-riris package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, which pollutes the npm registry and can compromise the security of applications relying on these packages. The origin of this issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs autopublish scripts to automate the creation of these malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall xaver-semur11-ririsIf 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 xaver-semur11-riris package and look for 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 vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The xaver-semur11-riris package poses a significant security risk due to its involvement in a malicious campaign that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to uninstall this package and monitor their dependencies to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
The xaver-semur11-riris package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
This vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially compromising the security of applications that rely on the xaver-semur11-riris package.
You should uninstall the xaver-semur11-riris package immediately and look for alternative packages or a patched version if available.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities without requiring code access.
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