Malicious Code Injection in nabila-poke46: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-161245: Malicious code in nabila-poke46 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
nabila-poke46 is a package within the npm ecosystem, which is often used for JavaScript development. This package is part of a broader campaign that exploits npm's publishing capabilities to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package poses significant risks to developers and users alike, as it can lead to the proliferation of harmful software in the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nabila-poke46 originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which utilizes autopublish scripts to create and publish numerous derivative packages with randomized names. This malicious behavior modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and continuously republishing variants, thereby polluting the npm registry. The ramifications of this vulnerability include potential security risks for applications relying on these packages, as well as damage to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nabila-poke46If 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-poke46 package 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.
Conclusion
The nabila-poke46 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code and association with a harmful campaign. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications and the npm ecosystem.
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FAQ
nabila-poke46 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 inclusion of malicious code in your project, potentially compromising security and functionality.
You should remove the package from your project immediately and check for any alternative packages that do not pose security risks.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time about open-source vulnerabilities. You can also check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring, and stay informed about vulnerabilities in the packages you use.
