Malicious Code Injection in nokire-loklok47: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-162901: Malicious code in nokire-loklok47 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package nokire-loklok47 is part of a series of malicious npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior aims to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, posing a significant risk to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nokire-loklok47 stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This not only compromises the security of applications using this package but also affects the overall trustworthiness of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-loklok47If 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-loklok47 package entirely and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The nokire-loklok47 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the npm registry. It is essential to uninstall this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security and integrity of your applications.
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FAQ
Nokire-loklok47 is an npm package that has been identified as malicious, part of a campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nokire-loklok47' and check your package-lock.json for any references.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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