Malicious Code Injection in nabila-poke92: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-161296: Malicious code in nabila-poke92 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
nabila-poke92 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is designed to manipulate the npm ecosystem by generating and publishing derivative packages with altered metadata. Its primary function is to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making it a significant concern for developers relying on npm for package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nabila-poke92 stems from its inclusion in a broader malicious campaign that utilizes autopublish scripts to create and publish numerous derivative packages. These scripts modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants can lead to pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult for developers to trust the integrity of packages. The malicious payload can compromise the security of applications that depend on this package, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nabila-poke92If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the nabila-poke92 package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation by checking their source and reviews.
Conclusion
The nabila-poke92 package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code injection capabilities. It is essential for developers to be vigilant, remove such packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their applications. By taking proactive steps, developers can safeguard their projects from potential security breaches.
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FAQ
nabila-poke92 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nabila-poke92' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
