Malicious Code Injection in syahmuda-poke45: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-166644: Malicious code in syahmuda-poke45 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'syahmuda-poke45' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for developers using these packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'syahmuda-poke45' originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. Additionally, it generates random package names, often themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall syahmuda-poke45If 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-poke45' package and instead look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which can analyze your package-lock.json file for potential threats.
Conclusion
The 'syahmuda-poke45' package poses a significant threat to the npm ecosystem due to its malicious behavior. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant and remove any instances of this package from their projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for vulnerabilities and ensuring the security of your applications.
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FAQ
'syahmuda-poke45' is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to exploit the npm registry.
Using 'syahmuda-poke45' can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall 'syahmuda-poke45' immediately and check your project for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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