Malicious Code Injection in slamet-poke44: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-166060: Malicious code in slamet-poke44 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
slamet-poke44 is an npm package that is part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to interact with the npm registry and is intended for developers looking to enhance their reputation through token rewards. However, it has been compromised to include malicious code that affects its integrity and security.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in slamet-poke44 stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random Indonesian-themed package names and continuously republishes variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the affected package but also poses a risk to the broader npm ecosystem by inflating developer reputation scores fraudulently.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall slamet-poke44If 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 slamet-poke44 and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The slamet-poke44 package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the npm ecosystem. It is crucial for developers to uninstall this package and monitor their projects for similar vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
slamet-poke44 is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to help developers earn token rewards.
The package contains scripts that modify package.json files, remove private flags, and publish variants to the npm registry, which can lead to reputation inflation and registry pollution.
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You should uninstall slamet-poke44 immediately using 'npm uninstall slamet-poke44' and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, consider looking for other npm packages that provide similar functionality without the security risks associated with slamet-poke44.
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