Malicious Code Injection in suharta-poke72: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-166204: Malicious code in suharta-poke72 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
suharta-poke72 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which has been known to flood the npm ecosystem with harmful packages. The primary function of suharta-poke72 is to serve as a conduit for autopublishing scripts that generate derivative packages with randomized names, ultimately aiming to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in suharta-poke72 stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. It generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages in their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall suharta-poke72If 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 the suharta-poke72 package and any other packages that may be part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The suharta-poke72 package poses a significant risk to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the registry with harmful variants. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant, remove affected packages, and utilize tools like Vulert for ongoing monitoring of their dependencies.
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FAQ
suharta-poke72 is an npm package linked to a malicious campaign that generates derivative packages to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your project, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall suharta-poke72' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json. Visit Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected without needing to sign up.
Yes, tools like npm audit can help identify vulnerabilities in your dependencies, and Vulert provides real-time monitoring for open-source vulnerabilities.
