Malicious Code Injection in slamet-poke85 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-166107: Malicious code in slamet-poke85 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The slamet-poke85 package is part of a series of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to manipulate npm's ecosystem by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names, aimed at inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. This behavior poses a significant risk to the integrity of the npm registry and the security of applications relying on these packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in slamet-poke85 stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall slamet-poke85If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
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Conclusion
The slamet-poke85 package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm ecosystem. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their dependencies. Staying informed and proactive is key to maintaining application security.
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FAQ
slamet-poke85 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of numerous derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the slamet-poke85 package immediately using 'npm uninstall slamet-poke85' and check your dependencies for any other affected packages.
Regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert and keep your packages updated to the latest versions to mitigate risks from vulnerabilities.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by vulnerabilities without requiring any signup.
