Malicious Code Injection in jimmy-poke45: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-157103: Malicious code in jimmy-poke45 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'jimmy-poke45' is part of a series of malicious npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to modify critical files, such as package.json, and republish variants that can clutter the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'jimmy-poke45' originates from its inclusion in a broader campaign that aims to exploit the npm ecosystem. The malicious code alters the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It also generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants. This behavior can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult for developers to find legitimate packages and potentially compromising the security of applications that rely on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall jimmy-poke45If 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 'jimmy-poke45' package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The 'jimmy-poke45' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious behavior. It is essential for developers to be vigilant and remove any instances of this package from their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
'jimmy-poke45' is an npm package that has been identified as malicious, part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, making it harder to find legitimate packages and potentially compromising the security of your application.
You should uninstall 'jimmy-poke45' immediately using 'npm uninstall jimmy-poke45' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit https://vulert.com to learn more.
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