Malicious Code Injection in back_crow_0xrequest Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-99729: Malicious code in back_crow_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The back_crow_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for various web development tasks. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the back_crow_0xrequest package, which is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants can compromise the integrity of the npm registry and expose users to security threats, including the installation of untrusted code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall back_crow_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, avoid using the back_crow_0xrequest package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your dependencies to ensure they are secure.
Conclusion
The back_crow_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies project files and repopulates the npm registry with untrusted packages. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The back_crow_0xrequest package is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
This vulnerability can lead to the installation of untrusted code, compromising the security of your project and potentially exposing sensitive data.
You should uninstall the back_crow_0xrequest package immediately and check your project for any other affected packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application against known vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Yes, consider using other reputable npm packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks of malicious code.
