Malicious Code Injection in nokire-kore17: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-162703: Malicious code in nokire-kore17 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-kore17' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with malicious activities aimed at inflating developer reputation scores. The functionality of this package is compromised, making it a vector for malicious code that can affect other projects relying on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from a malicious payload embedded in the 'nokire-kore17' package. This payload modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the automatic publication of derivative packages. The ramifications include pollution of the npm registry, potential security risks for developers using these packages, and a degradation of trust in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-kore17If 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 'nokire-kore17' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-kore17' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and publishes harmful derivatives. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain security and trust in their applications.
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FAQ
The 'nokire-kore17' package is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign that inflates developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the automatic generation of malicious packages, potentially compromising your project's security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nokire-kore17' and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application without any signup.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help you monitor your dependencies in real-time for vulnerabilities, ensuring your application remains secure.
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