Malicious Code Injection in nokire-nana44: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-163198: Malicious code in nokire-nana44 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-nana44' is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, which can lead to inflated developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'nokire-nana44' stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload alters the package.json file by removing private flags, changing 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 and loss 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-nana44If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
Currently, the best workaround is to avoid using the 'nokire-nana44' package altogether. If it is already in use, uninstall it immediately and monitor your package-lock.json file for any other potentially affected packages.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-nana44' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm package metadata. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for any related vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software.
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FAQ
'nokire-nana44' is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated package publishing.
Using 'nokire-nana44' can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and potentially affecting other dependencies.
You should uninstall 'nokire-nana44' immediately using 'npm uninstall nokire-nana44' and check for any other affected packages.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities, and stay updated on security advisories related to the packages you use.
