Malicious Code Injection in slamet-poke91: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-166114: Malicious code in slamet-poke91 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
slamet-poke91 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. It is designed to participate in the tea.xyz token reward scheme, which has led to the proliferation of numerous derivative packages. These packages are typically used to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in slamet-poke91 originates from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also leads to the continuous republishing of these variants, polluting the ecosystem and potentially affecting other packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall slamet-poke91If 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 slamet-poke91 and any other packages that are part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The slamet-poke91 package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious behavior. It is crucial for developers to be aware of such vulnerabilities and take proactive measures to secure their projects. Regular monitoring and updating of dependencies can help mitigate risks associated with malicious packages.
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FAQ
slamet-poke91 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the integrity of your project's dependencies.
You should uninstall slamet-poke91 immediately and monitor your project for any other affected packages.
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