Malicious Code Injection in ramadan-poke42: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-164628: Malicious code in ramadan-poke42 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
ramadan-poke42 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 modify critical files and republish variants, thereby polluting the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in ramadan-poke42 stems from its inclusion in a broader scheme that utilizes autopublish scripts to create and disseminate numerous derivative packages with randomized names. 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. The payload modifies package.json files to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and continuously republishes variants, leading to potential security breaches and reputation damage for developers.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ramadan-poke42If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using ramadan-poke42 and any other packages that are part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. 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 ramadan-poke42 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious behavior of modifying package files and republishing variants. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize monitoring tools like Vulert to safeguard their projects from such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
ramadan-poke42 is an npm package that has been linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that may compromise your project's security and integrity, potentially resulting in data breaches or reputation damage.
You should immediately uninstall the package using npm uninstall ramadan-poke42 and audit your project for any other potentially malicious dependencies.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
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