Malicious Code Injection in parwo-poke39: npm Package Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-164010: Malicious code in parwo-poke39 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
parwo-poke39 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm ecosystem. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The package's functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that alter its metadata and behavior.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in parwo-poke39 stems from its inclusion in a malicious package campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, change version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, which pollutes the npm registry and can mislead developers into using compromised packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which exploits npm's publishing mechanisms.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall parwo-poke39If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can remove the affected package from your project by executing the following command in your terminal: npm uninstall parwo-poke39. This will prevent any malicious code from executing within your application.
Conclusion
The parwo-poke39 package has been identified as a malicious entity within the npm ecosystem, posing significant risks to developers and their applications. It is essential to remove this package and monitor for any potential vulnerabilities in your dependencies. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your software.
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FAQ
parwo-poke39 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
This vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and functionality.
If you have installed parwo-poke39, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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