Malicious Code Injection in nabila-poke76 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-161278: Malicious code in nabila-poke76 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The nabila-poke76 package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript applications. This package has been identified as part of a broader malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nabila-poke76 originates from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of applications that depend on this package. The malicious payload is executed through scripts that are automatically triggered, making it difficult for developers to detect the issue.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nabila-poke76If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
Tip — Not sure whether your app is affected? Vulert can check the versions your app actually runs. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the nabila-poke76 package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The nabila-poke76 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that modifies package files and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their applications for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can enhance your security posture by providing real-time alerts for open-source vulnerabilities.
See every vulnerability recorded for nabila-poke76 →
FAQ
nabila-poke76 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at exploiting the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nabila-poke76' and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
Yes, Vulert can monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json.
You can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected without requiring any signup.
