Malicious Code Vulnerability in nokire-lokcek24: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-162777: Malicious code in nokire-lokcek24 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package nokire-lokcek24 is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for managing JavaScript packages. 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 package's functionality is compromised, making it a vector for harmful scripts that manipulate package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nokire-lokcek24 originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised 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 nokire-lokcek24If 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-lokcek24 package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The nokire-lokcek24 package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm package metadata. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of their applications.
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FAQ
Nokire-lokcek24 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
This vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nokire-lokcek24' and review your project for any other potentially compromised packages.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use trusted packages, and consider implementing tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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