Malicious Code Injection in nokire-kilua99: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-162694: Malicious code in nokire-kilua99 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-kilua99' is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for JavaScript development. It 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 'nokire-kilua99' originates from its malicious design, which includes scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the security of applications that depend on this package. The malicious payload can affect the integrity of the software supply chain, making it crucial for developers to be vigilant.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-kilua99If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using 'nokire-kilua99' and replace it with a trusted alternative. Additionally, ensure that your package-lock.json file is monitored for any unauthorized changes. You can use the following command to remove the package: 'npm uninstall nokire-kilua99'.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-kilua99' package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
'nokire-kilua99' is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign that aims to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized changes in your package.json, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your project for any unusual behavior or unauthorized changes.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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