Malicious Code Injection in nokire-zenitsu46: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-163635: Malicious code in nokire-zenitsu46 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'nokire-zenitsu46' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages often contain scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores, posing significant risks to users and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'nokire-zenitsu46' originates from its involvement in a malicious campaign that employs scripts to modify the package.json file. This includes removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names to republish variants, effectively polluting the npm registry. The ramifications include potential security breaches, loss of control over package integrity, and damage to developer reputations.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall nokire-zenitsu46If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can remove the 'nokire-zenitsu46' package from their project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall nokire-zenitsu46'. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The 'nokire-zenitsu46' package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code that alters package metadata. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and utilizing monitoring tools like Vulert to safeguard your projects.
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FAQ
'nokire-zenitsu46' is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your package metadata, potentially compromising your project's integrity and security.
You should uninstall 'nokire-zenitsu46' immediately and check for any unauthorized changes in your project.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities without requiring code access or installation.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
