Malicious Code Injection in keyla-poke97: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-157670: Malicious code in keyla-poke97 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package keyla-poke97 is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary function of such packages is to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in keyla-poke97 originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file. These modifications remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these malicious packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall keyla-poke97If 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-poke97 package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities. You can access the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
Conclusion
The keyla-poke97 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and remove such packages from their projects to maintain the security of their applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in monitoring for vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
keyla-poke97 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as malicious.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall keyla-poke97' and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
You can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check for vulnerabilities in your application without needing to sign up.
