Malicious Code Injection in parwo-poke93: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-164070: Malicious code in parwo-poke93 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
parwo-poke93 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. 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 malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to alter package metadata and republish variants, thereby polluting the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in parwo-poke93 stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly install these malicious packages, leading to potential 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-poke93If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the parwo-poke93 package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. You can also utilize tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The parwo-poke93 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious behavior of modifying package metadata and republishing variants. It is essential to uninstall this package and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities to maintain security. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential risks in your dependencies.
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FAQ
parwo-poke93 is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code, which may compromise your application's security and integrity.
You should immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall parwo-poke93' and check your project for any other vulnerabilities.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities. You can check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Yes, consider using other reputable npm packages that provide similar functionality without the risks associated with parwo-poke93.
