Malicious Code Vulnerability in atomic_lion_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99650: Malicious code in atomic_lion_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The atomic_lion_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. This package specifically is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which utilizes malicious scripts to modify package.json files. These scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in compromised developer environments and potential security risks for applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall atomic_lion_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the atomic_lion_0xrequest package by removing it from your dependencies. If you need similar functionality, consider using alternative packages that are verified and free from malicious code.
Conclusion
The atomic_lion_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm registry data. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their applications for vulnerabilities to maintain security and integrity.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should remove the atomic_lion_0xrequest package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
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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