Malicious Code Injection in keyla-poke11: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-157576: Malicious code in keyla-poke11 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
keyla-poke11 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which has been known to flood the npm ecosystem with harmful packages. The primary function of keyla-poke11 is to serve as a token reward mechanism, but its malicious nature compromises the integrity of the npm registry and poses risks to developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in keyla-poke11 originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that automatically generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for rewards in the tea protocol. The malicious payload alters the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of unsuspecting developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall keyla-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 remove the keyla-poke11 package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall keyla-poke11'. This will prevent any potential exploitation while you assess your project's dependencies.
Conclusion
The keyla-poke11 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be aware of such vulnerabilities and take immediate action to secure their projects. Regular updates and monitoring can help mitigate risks associated with open-source dependencies.
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FAQ
keyla-poke11 is an npm package that has been linked to a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry for token rewards.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check your project for any unintended consequences or vulnerabilities.
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