Malicious Code Injection in rinto-poke107: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-164760: Malicious code in rinto-poke107 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
rinto-poke107 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting developers. 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, thus polluting the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in rinto-poke107 stems from its malicious code that alters the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages, leading to potential security breaches and loss of trust in the ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rinto-poke107If 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 rinto-poke107 package and monitor your project's dependencies for any signs of malicious activity. Consider using tools like Vulert to scan your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities. You can access the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
Conclusion
The rinto-poke107 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code that alters package files and repopulates the npm registry with compromised variants. It is essential to uninstall this package and regularly monitor your dependencies to maintain the security of your projects.
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FAQ
rinto-poke107 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially introducing security risks and compromising the integrity of your project.
If you have installed rinto-poke107, you should uninstall it immediately using 'npm uninstall rinto-poke107' and check your project for any other compromised packages.
To prevent similar vulnerabilities, regularly update your dependencies, use trusted packages, and employ tools like Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities.
Vulert is a tool that monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing the package-lock.json file. You can use the Vulert playground to check for vulnerabilities without needing to sign up.
