Malicious Code Injection in parwo-poke64: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-164038: Malicious code in parwo-poke64 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
parwo-poke64 is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate certain functionalities within the npm ecosystem. However, it has been identified as a malicious package that employs scripts to manipulate its own metadata and publish derivative versions, thereby compromising the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in parwo-poke64 stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages contain scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, change version numbers, and generate random names, which can lead to reputation inflation and registry pollution. This behavior poses significant risks, including the potential for developers to unknowingly install compromised packages, leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall parwo-poke64If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the parwo-poke64 package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may have been affected by this malicious package. You can also utilize tools like Vulert to check your application for vulnerabilities without requiring access to the code or installation. To check if your application is affected, visit the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner.
Conclusion
The parwo-poke64 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious behavior, which can compromise the integrity of npm projects. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
parwo-poke64 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of compromised packages, which may introduce security risks and affect the integrity of your application.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command npm uninstall parwo-poke64 and check for any other affected dependencies.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check for vulnerabilities without requiring any signup.
