Malicious Code Injection in broad_pig_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100124: Malicious code in broad_pig_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The broad_pig_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate automated publishing of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications using it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the broad_pig_0xrequest package stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. It generates random package names and continuously republishes variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior can lead to security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive data and potential exploitation of applications that depend on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall broad_pig_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 prevent the malicious behavior by removing the package from your dependencies. Use the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall broad_pig_0xrequest.
Conclusion
The broad_pig_0xrequest package poses significant security risks due to its malicious code that alters project files and publishes unauthorized packages. It is crucial to remove this package from your project and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain application security.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the publishing of derivative packages.
The vulnerability allows the package to modify project files, remove security flags, and publish unauthorized variants, potentially leading to security breaches.
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Yes, the best mitigation is to uninstall the package and replace it with a secure alternative. Regularly monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities.
If no alternative is available, consider isolating the affected application and implementing strict security measures until a solution is found.
