Malicious Code Injection in nokire-sekiya29: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-163417: Malicious code in nokire-sekiya29 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-sekiya29' is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, but it poses significant risks to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'nokire-sekiya29' originates from its malicious design, which includes scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags and alter version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in developers inadvertently using compromised packages, exposing their applications to potential security risks and instability.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-sekiya29If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the 'nokire-sekiya29' package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-sekiya29' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code and behavior. It is essential for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
'nokire-sekiya29' is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of numerous derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and stability.
You should immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall nokire-sekiya29' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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