Malicious Code Injection in annual_dinosaur_requirement Package
Summary
MAL-2025-93235: Malicious code in annual_dinosaur_requirement (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The annual_dinosaur_requirement package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for various development tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit npm's package publishing system. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which has led to the proliferation of numerous derivative packages that can compromise the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded within the annual_dinosaur_requirement package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The result is a continuous republishing of these variants, which can lead to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which incentivizes the creation of such malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall annual_dinosaur_requirementIf 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 annual_dinosaur_requirement package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The annual_dinosaur_requirement package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm's package publishing system. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert to ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at exploiting the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the security of your project by introducing malicious code.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall annual_dinosaur_requirement' and check for any other affected packages.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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