Malicious Code Injection in putri-poke23: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-164582: Malicious code in putri-poke23 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'putri-poke23' is part of a broader campaign targeting the npm ecosystem, specifically linked to the tea.xyz token reward initiative. This package is designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, which can mislead developers and inflate reputation scores within the npm registry. Its functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that alter package metadata and republish variants, leading to potential security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'putri-poke23' originates from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that employs scripts to modify the package.json file. This modification removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry. The ramifications include the potential for developers to inadvertently use compromised packages, which can introduce security risks into their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall putri-poke23If 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 'putri-poke23' package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may inadvertently include it. Regularly check your package-lock.json file for any unexpected changes or additions.
Conclusion
The 'putri-poke23' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and republish variants. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
'putri-poke23' is an npm package associated with a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
If your project includes 'putri-poke23', it may inadvertently use compromised code, leading to potential security risks and instability.
You should uninstall 'putri-poke23' immediately using 'npm uninstall putri-poke23' and review your project's dependencies for any other malicious packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner without needing to sign up.
There are no patches available for 'putri-poke23' as it is a malicious package. The best course of action is to remove it from your project.
