Malicious Code Injection in brave_asp_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100082: Malicious code in brave_asp_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The brave_asp_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards but has been compromised to include malicious scripts that can harm developers and the integrity of the npm registry. The package's functionality is undermined by its ability to generate and publish derivative packages with altered metadata, which can lead to reputation inflation for malicious actors.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a broader malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. It modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to pollution of the npm registry. This behavior can compromise the security of applications relying on this package and can potentially lead to unauthorized access or data breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall brave_asp_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can prevent the use of this package by removing it from your package.json file and running npm install to update your dependencies. Additionally, consider using a tool like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The brave_asp_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of applications using it. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a token reward campaign but has been compromised to include malicious scripts.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's security.
You should remove the brave_asp_0xrequest package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, Vulert allows you to monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring, and stay updated on security advisories related to your packages.
