Malicious Code Injection in iqbal-poke11: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-156815: Malicious code in iqbal-poke11 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
iqbal-poke11 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm ecosystem by generating and publishing derivative packages with random names. Its primary function is to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards associated with the tea protocol, making it a significant concern for developers relying on npm for package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in iqbal-poke11 originates from its malicious design, which includes scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to clutter the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly incorporate these malicious packages into their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall iqbal-poke11If 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 iqbal-poke11 package and any other packages that are part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your package.json and package-lock.json files to ensure no malicious packages are included.
Conclusion
The iqbal-poke11 package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious behavior of injecting harmful code and cluttering the registry. Developers are advised to remove this package and monitor their dependencies closely to maintain the security of their projects.
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FAQ
iqbal-poke11 is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign that manipulates the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall iqbal-poke11' and audit your project for any other malicious packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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