Malicious Code Injection in jeep-poke7: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-157022: Malicious code in jeep-poke7 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
jeep-poke7 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is designed to manipulate the npm ecosystem by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, aimed at inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its functionality is compromised by the presence of malicious scripts that alter package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in jeep-poke7 stems from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which floods the npm registry with malicious packages. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in developers inadvertently using compromised packages, exposing their applications to security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall jeep-poke7If 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 jeep-poke7 package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Always verify the integrity and source of the packages you include in your project.
Conclusion
The jeep-poke7 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action to remove any compromised packages from their projects. Regular monitoring and updates can help mitigate such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
jeep-poke7 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and functionality.
You should uninstall jeep-poke7 immediately using the command: npm uninstall jeep-poke7.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json. You can check your application for vulnerabilities without signup at the Vulert playground.
Yes, consider using well-known and actively maintained packages that serve similar functionalities without the associated risks.
