Malicious Code Injection in muda-poke43: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-160779: Malicious code in muda-poke43 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
muda-poke43 is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through the generation and publication of derivative packages. It is intended for developers looking to enhance their reputation scores within the npm ecosystem. However, due to its association with malicious activities, it has become a target for exploitation, leading to significant vulnerabilities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in muda-poke43 stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall muda-poke43If 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 muda-poke43 and any packages that may have been derived from it. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation and consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The muda-poke43 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with compromised packages. It is essential for developers to remain vigilant, regularly update their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to safeguard their projects against such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
muda-poke43 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall muda-poke43' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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