Malicious Code Injection in nokire-abimanyu94 Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-162213: Malicious code in nokire-abimanyu94 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The nokire-abimanyu94 package is part of a series of malicious packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign on npm. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The package's primary function is to serve as a conduit for these malicious activities, making it a significant threat to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the nokire-abimanyu94 package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising other packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the automated scripts (auto.js, autopublish.js, etc.) that are embedded within these malicious packages, which are designed to exploit the npm ecosystem for personal gain.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-abimanyu94If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json file to monitor dependencies. Ensure that your project does not include nokire-abimanyu94 or any of its derivatives. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The nokire-abimanyu94 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious nature and the potential for widespread impact on the npm ecosystem. It is essential to take immediate action to remove this package and monitor your project for vulnerabilities to maintain security and integrity.
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FAQ
The nokire-abimanyu94 package is a malicious npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
This vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially compromising other packages and affecting the integrity of your project.
You should uninstall the nokire-abimanyu94 package immediately using the command npm uninstall nokire-abimanyu94.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring access to the code or installation.
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