Malicious Code Injection in muda-poke14: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-160747: Malicious code in muda-poke14 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
muda-poke14 is an npm package that is part of a broader token reward campaign associated with the tea.xyz protocol. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. The malicious nature of this package poses a significant risk to developers and users relying on npm for package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in muda-poke14 stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The package contains scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and create random package names, which can lead to reputation inflation for malicious actors. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also compromises the integrity of the packages available to developers, potentially leading to security risks and loss of trust in the ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall muda-poke14If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, consider using the following command to uninstall the affected package: npm uninstall muda-poke14. Additionally, monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes and ensure that your project dependencies are secure.
Conclusion
The muda-poke14 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for any further vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The impact includes potential pollution of the npm registry and compromised integrity of the packages, which can lead to security risks for developers and users.
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If you have installed muda-poke14, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and review your project dependencies for any other malicious packages.
Currently, there are no known patches for muda-poke14. The best course of action is to remove the package and monitor for updates.
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