Malicious Code Injection in clever_minnow_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100597: Malicious code in clever_minnow_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The clever_minnow_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with altered metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards while polluting the npm registry with numerous derivative packages. The origin of this issue is linked to a broader campaign that exploits npm's publishing mechanisms, leading to potential security risks for developers and users relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall clever_minnow_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 remove the clever_minnow_0xrequest package from your project by executing: npm uninstall clever_minnow_0xrequest. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The clever_minnow_0xrequest package has been compromised by malicious code that alters its metadata and publishes derivative packages. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their projects from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
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