Malicious Code Injection in abundant_buzzard_0xrequest Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-99052: Malicious code in abundant_buzzard_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The abundant_buzzard_0xrequest package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. The functionality of these packages is compromised due to the presence of malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the abundant_buzzard_0xrequest package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall abundant_buzzard_0xrequestIf 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 remove the abundant_buzzard_0xrequest package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall abundant_buzzard_0xrequest. This will prevent the malicious code from executing in your environment until a secure version is released.
Conclusion
The abundant_buzzard_0xrequest package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and their projects. It is crucial to take immediate action by uninstalling the package and monitoring for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and polluting the npm registry.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json.
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