Malicious Code Injection in nasution-poke35: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-162023: Malicious code in nasution-poke35 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
nasution-poke35 is an npm package that appears to be part of a token reward campaign associated with the tea.xyz protocol. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards. However, its functionality has been compromised, leading to significant security concerns.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nasution-poke35 stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nasution-poke35If 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 nasution-poke35 package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may have inadvertently included it. Regularly check your package-lock.json file for any suspicious entries.
Conclusion
The nasution-poke35 package poses a significant security threat due to its malicious behavior of modifying package files and republishing harmful variants. It is essential for developers to remain vigilant, regularly update their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
nasution-poke35 is an npm package involved in a token reward campaign that has been identified as malicious due to its harmful payload.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command 'npm uninstall nasution-poke35' and review your dependencies for any other malicious packages.
Regularly update your dependencies, use trusted packages, and monitor your project with tools like Vulert to detect vulnerabilities in real-time.
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