Malicious Code Injection in nabila-poke93: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-161297: Malicious code in nabila-poke93 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
nabila-poke93 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm ecosystem. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by publishing numerous derivative packages with altered metadata. The primary functionality of these packages is to inflate developer reputation scores through deceptive practices, which can lead to a polluted registry and potential security risks for users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nabila-poke93 stems from its inclusion in a malicious package campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to continuously republish variants, thereby flooding the npm registry and compromising the integrity of the ecosystem. The malicious payload can lead to security risks for developers who unknowingly install these packages, as they may inadvertently execute harmful code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nabila-poke93If 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-poke93 package and monitor your dependencies for any malicious activity. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to scan your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities. You can access the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
Conclusion
The nabila-poke93 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action to remove any compromised packages. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and identifying vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
nabila-poke93 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code, which may compromise your project's security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nabila-poke93' and monitor your project for any unusual activity.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities, and stay informed about security advisories related to the packages you use.
Yes, you can use Vulert's online playground at Vulert Scanner to check your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities without any signup.
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