Malicious Code Injection in keyla-poke92: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-157665: Malicious code in keyla-poke92 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
keyla-poke92 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm ecosystem. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to modify essential files and republish variants, thereby polluting the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in keyla-poke92 originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that automatically generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior not only modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers but also continuously republishes these variants. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages, as they may inadvertently introduce malicious code into their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall keyla-poke92If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your npm packages using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The keyla-poke92 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code and behavior. It is essential for developers to be vigilant and take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your applications.
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FAQ
keyla-poke92 is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the keyla-poke92 package immediately using 'npm uninstall keyla-poke92' and check for alternative packages.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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