Malicious Code Injection in nasrul-poke3: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-161918: Malicious code in nasrul-poke3 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The nasrul-poke3 package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages often contain scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores, posing significant risks to users and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nasrul-poke3 originates from its association with a malicious campaign that employs scripts to modify the package.json file. These scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This not only compromises the security of the affected packages but also affects the overall trustworthiness of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nasrul-poke3If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the nasrul-poke3 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. You can also monitor your package dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The nasrul-poke3 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code injection capabilities. It is essential for developers to remove this package from their projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Staying informed and proactive is key to maintaining the security of your applications.
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FAQ
nasrul-poke3 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating package metadata for token rewards.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, compromising the security of your project and potentially affecting other dependencies.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nasrul-poke3' and review your other dependencies for potential vulnerabilities.
You can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. It requires only your package-lock.json file to provide alerts.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
