Malicious Code Injection in nabila-poke21: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-161218: Malicious code in nabila-poke21 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
nabila-poke21 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package compromises its integrity and poses significant risks to users who may unknowingly incorporate it into their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nabila-poke21 originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file. These modifications remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only affects the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also exposes users to potential security risks, as malicious code can be executed through these derivative packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nabila-poke21If 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 nabila-poke21 package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The nabila-poke21 package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code and the potential for compromising projects that utilize it. It is essential to remove this package from your dependencies and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert. Staying informed and proactive is key to maintaining the security of your software.
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FAQ
nabila-poke21 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of 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 nabila-poke21' and check for any alternative packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by vulnerabilities without requiring any signup.
