Malicious Code Injection in syahmuda-poke25: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-166622: Malicious code in syahmuda-poke25 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'syahmuda-poke25' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been linked to a series of malicious activities aimed at inflating developer reputation scores. The package's functionality is compromised by the introduction of malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata and publish unauthorized variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'syahmuda-poke25' originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages contain scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants can lead to pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting developers who rely on legitimate packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall syahmuda-poke25If 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 'syahmuda-poke25' and any packages that depend on it until a secure version is released. Monitor your package-lock.json file for any references to this package and remove them if found.
Conclusion
The 'syahmuda-poke25' 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 remove this package and stay vigilant about their dependencies to maintain the integrity of their projects.
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FAQ
'syahmuda-poke25' is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially causing conflicts with legitimate packages and exposing your project to security risks.
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If you have installed 'syahmuda-poke25', it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and check for any other affected packages in your project.
Currently, there are no patches available for 'syahmuda-poke25'. The best course of action is to remove the package and monitor for updates.
