Malicious Code Injection in suharta-poke95 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-166229: Malicious code in suharta-poke95 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The suharta-poke95 package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through the generation of derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the suharta-poke95 package stems from its inclusion in a campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. The code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry. This behavior not only affects the reputation of developers but also poses a risk to users who may unknowingly install these compromised packages, potentially leading to further exploitation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall suharta-poke95If 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-poke95 package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The suharta-poke95 package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to uninstall this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
The suharta-poke95 package is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and generate random package names, which can lead to security vulnerabilities and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the suharta-poke95 package immediately using the command npm uninstall suharta-poke95.
Yes, you can look for other npm packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always check the package's reputation and reviews before installation.
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