Malicious Code Injection in layla-poke75: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-158063: Malicious code in layla-poke75 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'layla-poke75' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package, like many others, is intended to facilitate the development and distribution of JavaScript applications. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to developers and users relying on npm for secure package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'layla-poke75' originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been flooding the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of other packages. This can lead to security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive data and the introduction of further vulnerabilities into dependent applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall layla-poke75If 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 'layla-poke75' and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes and consider using tools like Vulert to track vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
Conclusion
The 'layla-poke75' package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is essential for developers to be vigilant, remove affected packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to ensure the security of their applications. Regular updates and monitoring can help mitigate potential threats.
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FAQ
'layla-poke75' is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's security and integrity.
You should uninstall 'layla-poke75' immediately and review your other dependencies for any potential vulnerabilities.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
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