Malicious Code Injection in lina-poke22: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-158104: Malicious code in lina-poke22 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
lina-poke22 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting developers within the npm ecosystem. This package is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, thereby inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its functionality is compromised due to the presence of malicious scripts that alter package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in lina-poke22 originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which floods the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that modify the package.json file, removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches and loss of trust in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall lina-poke22If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the lina-poke22 package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your npm packages using tools like npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The lina-poke22 package poses a significant security 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 integrity of their applications. Regular audits and monitoring can help mitigate these risks.
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FAQ
lina-poke22 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall lina-poke22 and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like npm audit or services like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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