Malicious Code Injection in riyanto-poke22: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-165128: Malicious code in riyanto-poke22 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package riyanto-poke22 is part of a series of malicious npm packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior not only clutters the npm registry but also poses significant risks to developers and users relying on the integrity of npm packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in riyanto-poke22 stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is indicative of autopublishing scripts that continuously republish variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry. The implications of this vulnerability include potential security risks for applications that depend on these packages, as they may inadvertently incorporate malicious code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall riyanto-poke22If 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 the riyanto-poke22 package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your package dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The riyanto-poke22 package poses a significant risk due to its malicious behavior aimed at manipulating the npm ecosystem. It is crucial for developers to remain vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Taking proactive steps to remove affected packages and stay informed can help safeguard applications from potential threats.
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FAQ
Riyanto-poke22 is an npm package that has been identified as malicious, part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
This vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command npm uninstall riyanto-poke22 and review your other dependencies for similar vulnerabilities.
You can use tools like npm audit to check for vulnerabilities in your dependencies. Additionally, Vulert can monitor your package-lock.json for real-time alerts on open-source vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
