Malicious Code Injection in nokire-nana11: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-163162: Malicious code in nokire-nana11 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-nana11' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary functionality of such packages is to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages, often leading to a polluted registry and potential security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'nokire-nana11' originates from its involvement in a malicious campaign designed to manipulate the npm registry. The package contains scripts that modify the 'package.json' file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly install these malicious packages, leading to potential data breaches or system compromises.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-nana11If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the 'nokire-nana11' package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which analyzes your 'package-lock.json' file for real-time alerts on open-source vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-nana11' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the registry. It is essential for developers to be vigilant, remove affected packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to safeguard their projects from potential vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
'nokire-nana11' is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code, which may compromise your project's security and integrity.
You should uninstall 'nokire-nana11' immediately and check for any other potentially affected packages in your project.
Regularly audit your dependencies, keep them updated, and use tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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