Malicious Code Injection in vina-kue21-pore: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-98492: Malicious code in vina-kue21-pore (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'vina-kue21-pore' is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for managing JavaScript packages. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages often contain scripts designed to manipulate the npm registry and inflate developer reputation scores, posing a significant risk to developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'vina-kue21-pore' originates from its association with malicious scripts that modify the package.json file. These scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also compromises the integrity of the packages, potentially leading to security risks for applications that depend on them.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall vina-kue21-poreIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the 'vina-kue21-pore' package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The 'vina-kue21-pore' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert to maintain the integrity and security of your applications.
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FAQ
The main risk is that it contains malicious scripts that can alter your package.json file and republish variants, which can compromise the integrity of your application.
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You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall vina-kue21-pore' and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, you should look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks of malicious code.
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