Malicious Code Injection in keyla-poke95: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-157668: Malicious code in keyla-poke95 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
keyla-poke95 is an npm package that appears to be part of a broader scheme associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards. Its functionality is compromised due to the presence of malicious code that alters package metadata and proliferates harmful variants across the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in keyla-poke95 stems from malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture. This code is part of a larger effort to spam the npm registry with derivative packages, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers and potential security risks for users who inadvertently install these malicious variants. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with numerous similar malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall keyla-poke95If 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 keyla-poke95 package and any other packages that are part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your npm packages using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The keyla-poke95 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and proliferates harmful variants. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and regularly audit their dependencies to maintain the integrity and security of their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
keyla-poke95 is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and cluttering the npm registry with unwanted packages.
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You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall keyla-poke95' and audit your project for any other potentially malicious dependencies.
Yes, tools like npm audit and Vulert can help you identify and manage vulnerabilities in your npm packages effectively.
