Malicious Code Injection in coherent_bird_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100636: Malicious code in coherent_bird_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The coherent_bird_0xrequest package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names. This functionality is exploited to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making it a target for malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the coherent_bird_0xrequest package stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of the packages within it. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with numerous malicious npm packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall coherent_bird_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 coherent_bird_0xrequest package from your project by executing: npm uninstall coherent_bird_0xrequest. This will prevent any malicious code from executing while you seek a safer alternative.
Conclusion
The coherent_bird_0xrequest package contains a significant vulnerability that can compromise the integrity of your npm dependencies. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect your project from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through automated package publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and compromise the integrity of your project's dependencies.
You should update the package to a patched version or remove it from your project to mitigate the risk.
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