Malicious Code Injection in ucok-poke26: A Threat to npm Users
Summary
MAL-2025-169645: Malicious code in ucok-poke26 (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
ucok-poke26 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign targeting the npm registry. This package is designed to manipulate the npm ecosystem by generating and publishing derivative packages with random names, aimed at inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards. Its functionality is compromised due to the presence of malicious scripts that alter package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in ucok-poke26 originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. The package contains scripts (auto.js, autopublish.js, etc.) that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of the ecosystem. Users may unknowingly install these malicious packages, leading to security risks and loss of trust in the npm platform.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall ucok-poke26If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the ucok-poke26 package and monitor your dependencies for any similar malicious packages. You can also utilize tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities. For example, you can check your application using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The ucok-poke26 package poses a significant threat to npm users due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies to maintain the integrity of your projects. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help keep your application secure.
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FAQ
ucok-poke26 is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that compromise the integrity of your project and the npm ecosystem.
You should uninstall the ucok-poke26 package immediately using 'npm uninstall ucok-poke26' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
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