Malicious Code Injection in rinto-poke28: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-164798: Malicious code in rinto-poke28 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
rinto-poke28 is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publishing of derivative packages. This package, like others in the campaign, aims to inflate developer reputation scores for rewards. However, it has been compromised to include malicious scripts that alter its functionality and integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in rinto-poke28 stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This can lead to a significant compromise of the npm ecosystem, affecting developers who rely on the integrity of packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rinto-poke28If 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-poke28 package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your project.
Conclusion
The rinto-poke28 package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious modifications. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
rinto-poke28 is an npm package involved in a token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code in your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should remove the rinto-poke28 package from your project and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like npm audit to scan your project for vulnerabilities and receive recommendations for fixes.
Yes, Vulert can monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json. You can check if your application is affected by visiting the Vulert playground.
