Malicious Code Injection in parwo-poke4 Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-164011: Malicious code in parwo-poke4 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The parwo-poke4 package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign involving the tea.xyz token reward system. It is designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers participating in the campaign. The package's functionality is compromised due to its malicious intent, making it a significant risk for developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the parwo-poke4 package stems from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry. This behavior not only affects the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which incentivizes the creation of such malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall parwo-poke4If 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 avoid using the parwo-poke4 package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project's dependencies using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The parwo-poke4 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
The parwo-poke4 package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should remove the parwo-poke4 package from your project immediately and check for any alternative packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for any open-source vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
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