Malicious Code Injection in nasrul-poke45: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-161935: Malicious code in nasrul-poke45 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The nasrul-poke45 package is part of a broader ecosystem within the npm registry, often associated with token reward campaigns like tea.xyz. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior can lead to a polluted npm registry, making it difficult for developers to find legitimate packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nasrul-poke45 stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants. This not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly install these malicious packages, leading to potential security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nasrul-poke45If 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 nasrul-poke45 package and any other packages that are part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify any malicious packages.
Conclusion
The nasrul-poke45 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and pollutes the npm registry. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
nasrul-poke45 is an npm package that has been identified as containing malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry.
If you have installed nasrul-poke45, it could compromise your application's security by introducing malicious code that alters your package configurations.
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Immediately uninstall the nasrul-poke45 package using npm uninstall nasrul-poke45 and review your package-lock.json for any lingering references.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities in real-time, ensuring you stay informed about potential threats.
