Malicious Code Injection in nokire-sekiya73: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-163466: Malicious code in nokire-sekiya73 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-sekiya73' is part of a series of malicious npm packages linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate the npm registry by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with altered names and metadata. The primary function of these packages is to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, posing significant risks to the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'nokire-sekiya73' originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with fake packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This not only pollutes the npm registry but also compromises the security and reliability of applications that depend on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-sekiya73If 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-sekiya73' package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-sekiya73' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of their applications.
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FAQ
'nokire-sekiya73' is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to manipulate the npm registry.
This vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall nokire-sekiya73' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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