Malicious Code Injection in inal-poke108: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-156381: Malicious code in inal-poke108 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'inal-poke108' 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 numerous derivative packages with randomized names. The primary function of these packages is 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 'inal-poke108' originates from its malicious design, which includes scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. This allows the package to republish itself under various names, effectively polluting the npm registry. The ramifications of this vulnerability include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages, as well as a compromised npm ecosystem that can lead to further exploitation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall inal-poke108If 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 'inal-poke108' package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. Consider using tools like Vulert to check for vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json file. You can access the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner to see if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
Conclusion
The 'inal-poke108' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the registry. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their projects. Staying informed and vigilant is crucial to maintaining the integrity of open-source software.
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FAQ
The 'inal-poke108' package is a malicious npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
Using the 'inal-poke108' package can lead to security risks, including the potential for your project to be associated with malicious activities and the pollution of the npm registry.
You should immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall inal-poke108' and review your project's dependencies for any other potentially malicious packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application.
No, there is no patch available for 'inal-poke108' as it is a malicious package. The best course of action is to remove it from your project.
