Malicious Code Injection in siregar-poke65: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-165986: Malicious code in siregar-poke65 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'siregar-poke65' is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to interact with the npm registry, potentially inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. Its functionality is compromised by malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'siregar-poke65' stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload alters the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches and loss of trust in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall siregar-poke65If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the 'siregar-poke65' package and monitor your project for any dependencies that may have been affected. You can also use the following command to audit your npm packages for vulnerabilities: 'npm audit'.
Conclusion
The 'siregar-poke65' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies to maintain the security of your projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can further enhance your ability to detect and respond to vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
'siregar-poke65' is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your project, potentially compromising security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall siregar-poke65' and audit your project for any other vulnerabilities.
Regularly audit your dependencies using 'npm audit', keep your packages updated, and consider using tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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