Malicious Code Injection in rinto-poke72: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-164848: Malicious code in rinto-poke72 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
rinto-poke72 is an npm package that is part of a broader campaign involving the tea.xyz token reward system. This package, like many others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with altered names and metadata. Its primary functionality is to serve as a tool for developers, but it has been compromised to serve malicious purposes.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in rinto-poke72 stems from its involvement in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to users who may unknowingly install these compromised packages, potentially leading to further exploitation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall rinto-poke72If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can avoid using the rinto-poke72 package until a patched version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The rinto-poke72 package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that poses significant risks to npm users. It is crucial to stay informed about such vulnerabilities and take necessary actions to protect your applications. Regularly updating packages and utilizing monitoring tools like Vulert can help mitigate these risks.
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FAQ
rinto-poke72 is an npm package that has been compromised to participate in a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that may compromise your application's integrity and security.
If you have installed rinto-poke72, it is recommended to remove it from your project and update to a patched version if available.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for any open-source vulnerabilities.
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