Malicious Code Injection in zul-semur46-breki: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-76643: Malicious code in zul-semur46-breki (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'zul-semur46-breki' is part of a series of malicious 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, ultimately aiming to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The malicious nature of this package poses a significant risk to developers and users relying on npm for package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'zul-semur46-breki' originates from its association with a malicious campaign that includes scripts designed to modify the package.json file. This modification removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The ramifications include potential pollution of the npm registry, unauthorized access to sensitive information, and a compromised development environment, which can affect the integrity of applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall zul-semur46-brekiIf 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 'zul-semur46-breki' package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Monitor your package dependencies closely and consider using tools like Vulert to identify vulnerabilities in your project. You can check for affected packages using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without needing to sign up.
Conclusion
The 'zul-semur46-breki' package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious nature and the potential for widespread impact on the npm registry. It is essential to take immediate action by removing the package and monitoring your dependencies to ensure the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is a malicious npm package associated with a token reward campaign that modifies package.json files to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your project's dependencies, potentially compromising the integrity and security of your application.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall zul-semur46-breki' and audit your project for other potentially malicious packages.
Regularly update your dependencies, use trusted sources for packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check your application for vulnerabilities without needing to sign up.
