Malicious Code Injection in alright_wildebeest_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99376: Malicious code in alright_wildebeest_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The alright_wildebeest_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's design, which includes autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file. These modifications remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This can result in security risks, including the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive data and the degradation of the npm ecosystem's reliability.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall alright_wildebeest_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 avoid using the alright_wildebeest_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can implement strict package management practices to monitor and control the packages used in your project.
Conclusion
The alright_wildebeest_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package configurations. It is crucial to remove this package from your project and monitor for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's security and integrity.
You should remove the alright_wildebeest_0xrequest package from your project immediately and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json file.
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