Malicious Code Injection in keyla-poke59: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-157628: Malicious code in keyla-poke59 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
keyla-poke59 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is designed to participate in the tea.xyz token reward scheme, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package poses a significant risk to developers and users relying on npm for package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in keyla-poke59 stems from its inclusion in a broader malicious campaign that modifies package.json files to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of dependent projects. The malicious payload can introduce security risks, including the execution of unintended code and the exposure of sensitive data.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall keyla-poke59If 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 keyla-poke59 package and any other packages that are part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The keyla-poke59 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious nature, which can compromise the security of projects using it. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Immediate action should be taken to remove this package and any other related threats.
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FAQ
keyla-poke59 is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign that modifies package metadata and publishes derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code, compromising the security and integrity of your project.
You should remove the keyla-poke59 package from your project and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like npm audit or services like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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