Malicious Code Exploit in syahlan-poke74: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-166577: Malicious code in syahlan-poke74 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
syahlan-poke74 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 these packages is to manipulate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in syahlan-poke74 originates from its design to include malicious scripts that modify the package.json file. These scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and create random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, to inflate the number of published packages. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these malicious packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall syahlan-poke74If 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 the syahlan-poke74 package and any other packages associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. Monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes and consider using tools like Vulert to keep track of vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
Conclusion
The syahlan-poke74 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies to maintain the security and integrity of your applications.
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FAQ
syahlan-poke74 is an npm package identified as part of a malicious campaign that manipulates the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command npm uninstall syahlan-poke74 and review your dependencies for any other malicious packages.
Regularly update your packages, use trusted sources, and monitor your dependencies with tools like Vulert to detect vulnerabilities early.
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