Malicious Code Injection in lina-gaplek20-pore: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-98051: Malicious code in lina-gaplek20-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package lina-gaplek20-pore is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. It aims to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making it a target for malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in lina-gaplek20-pore originates from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants. This behavior pollutes the npm registry and can compromise the integrity of the ecosystem, making it difficult for developers to trust legitimate packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall lina-gaplek20-poreIf 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 lina-gaplek20-pore package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. You can also use tools like Vulert to check your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities. To do this, visit the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner.
Conclusion
The lina-gaplek20-pore package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, remove affected packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
lina-gaplek20-pore is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult to trust other packages and potentially exposing your project to further security risks.
You can use Vulert's playground at Vulert Scanner to analyze your package-lock.json file for any vulnerabilities, including those related to lina-gaplek20-pore.
If you have installed lina-gaplek20-pore, it is advisable to remove it from your project immediately and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, Vulert offers a service that monitors your dependencies for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time, using just your package-lock.json file.
