Malicious Code Injection in syahmuda-poke15: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-166611: Malicious code in syahmuda-poke15 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'syahmuda-poke15' is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This campaign has been known to flood the npm registry with packages that contain malicious scripts. These scripts are designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores, posing a significant risk to users and the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'syahmuda-poke15' originates from its malicious code, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the security of applications that depend on this package. The malicious payload can affect the reputation of developers and the overall trust in the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall syahmuda-poke15If 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 remove the 'syahmuda-poke15' package from your project by executing the following command: 'npm uninstall syahmuda-poke15'. This will help mitigate the risk associated with the malicious code until a fix is provided.
Conclusion
The 'syahmuda-poke15' package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by removing the package and monitoring their applications for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining the security of your projects.
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FAQ
'syahmuda-poke15' is an npm package that has been identified as containing malicious code aimed at manipulating package metadata.
The malicious code can alter your package.json file, leading to potential security vulnerabilities and the pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json file.
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