Malicious Code Injection in syahmuda-poke44: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-166643: Malicious code in syahmuda-poke44 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'syahmuda-poke44' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, notorious for flooding the npm registry with malicious packages. Its functionality is compromised due to the presence of scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and publish variants, posing a significant risk to developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'syahmuda-poke44' originates from malicious code embedded within the package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the automatic publication of derivative packages. This behavior not only inflates developer reputation scores for token rewards but also pollutes the npm registry, making it difficult for developers to find legitimate packages. The ramifications include potential security risks for applications relying on this package and a compromised npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall syahmuda-poke44If 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 'syahmuda-poke44' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The 'syahmuda-poke44' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that manipulates package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Staying informed and proactive can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
'syahmuda-poke44' is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the automatic publication of derivative packages, compromising the integrity of your project.
You should uninstall 'syahmuda-poke44' immediately using the command 'npm uninstall syahmuda-poke44' and check your project for any other affected packages.
Regularly update your dependencies, monitor your packages for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and avoid using packages from untrusted sources.
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