Malicious Code Injection in rinto-poke111: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-164765: Malicious code in rinto-poke111 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
rinto-poke111 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative. This package is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, thereby inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. The malicious nature of this package poses significant risks to developers and users who may unknowingly incorporate it into their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in rinto-poke111 stems from its inclusion in a series of malicious packages that utilize autopublish scripts to modify package.json files. This modification removes private flags, alters version numbers, and creates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The primary risk is the pollution of the npm registry, which can compromise the integrity of the ecosystem and potentially lead to the installation of harmful code by unsuspecting developers.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rinto-poke111If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can monitor your project for any dependencies that may include rinto-poke111. Use the following command to check your package-lock.json for any references: grep 'rinto-poke111' package-lock.json. If found, ensure to remove it and replace it with a secure alternative.
Conclusion
The rinto-poke111 package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and remove any instances of this package from their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for such vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
rinto-poke111 is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code, compromising the security and integrity of your project.
You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall rinto-poke111 and check your project for any other affected packages.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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