Malicious Code Injection in parwo-poke94: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-164071: Malicious code in parwo-poke94 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
parwo-poke94 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm ecosystem by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. Its primary function is to inflate developer reputation scores for the tea protocol token rewards, making it a significant concern for developers relying on npm for package management.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in parwo-poke94 originates from its malicious design, which includes scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. This allows the package to continuously republish variants with random names, polluting the npm registry. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who inadvertently use these packages, as they may introduce unwanted code into their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall parwo-poke94If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the parwo-poke94 package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may have inadvertently included it. You can also use tools like Vulert to check for vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json file.
Conclusion
The parwo-poke94 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code injection capabilities. By understanding the nature of this vulnerability and taking proactive steps to remove the package and monitor your dependencies, you can safeguard your projects from potential risks.
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FAQ
parwo-poke94 is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign that manipulates the npm registry.
The vulnerability can introduce malicious code into your project, potentially compromising security and functionality.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall parwo-poke94' and review your project for any other affected dependencies.
Regularly update your dependencies, use trusted packages, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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