Malicious Code Injection in zul-bubur20-breki Package
Summary
MAL-2025-76609: Malicious code in zul-bubur20-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The zul-bubur20-breki package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with packages that serve no legitimate purpose. This package, like others in its category, is designed to manipulate npm's publishing system for the benefit of its creators, compromising the integrity of the registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the zul-bubur20-breki package stems from its malicious code, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only affects the reputation of developers but also poses a risk of dependency confusion and potential exploitation of applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall zul-bubur20-brekiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the zul-bubur20-breki package altogether. If it is already included in your project, remove it by executing: npm uninstall zul-bubur20-breki. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities without needing to access the code directly.
Conclusion
The zul-bubur20-breki package contains malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry and poses significant risks to applications relying on it. Immediate action is required to remove this package and prevent potential exploitation. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in the future.
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FAQ
The zul-bubur20-breki package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for flooding the npm registry with malicious packages.
This vulnerability can lead to dependency confusion, where your application may unintentionally rely on malicious code, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the zul-bubur20-breki package immediately and monitor your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
Yes, Vulert allows you to monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just the package-lock.json file. You can check your application for vulnerabilities without any signup at the Vulert playground.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for real-time monitoring, and stay updated on security advisories related to the packages you use.
