Malicious Code Injection in nokire-nana56: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-163211: Malicious code in nokire-nana56 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-nana56' 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 generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior not only inflates developer reputation scores but also poses a significant risk to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'nokire-nana56' originates from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This can lead to a compromised development environment, where developers may unknowingly install malicious packages, potentially leading to 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-nana56If 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 use the following command to prevent the installation of this malicious package: 'npm install --no-save nokire-nana56'. However, it is strongly recommended to remove the package entirely.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-nana56' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Immediate action is required to remove this package and safeguard your projects.
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FAQ
'nokire-nana56' is a malicious npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of numerous derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code that compromises your project's integrity and security, potentially resulting in data loss or breaches.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected without needing to sign up.
Immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall nokire-nana56' and review your project for any other potentially malicious packages.
Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like Vulert and keep your packages updated to the latest versions to mitigate risks from known vulnerabilities.
