Malicious Code Injection in collective_gorilla_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100658: Malicious code in collective_gorilla_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The collective_gorilla_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript applications. It is designed to facilitate interactions with decentralized applications and token reward systems. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages aimed at inflating developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package's involvement in a token reward campaign that generates and publishes malicious scripts. These scripts modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and create random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in compromised security for applications relying on this package, as it may introduce untrusted code into their dependencies.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall collective_gorilla_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 avoid using the collective_gorilla_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can use the following command to uninstall the package: npm uninstall collective_gorilla_0xrequest.
Conclusion
The collective_gorilla_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise application security. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining secure applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used in JavaScript applications, often associated with decentralized applications and token reward systems.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code, compromising the security and integrity of your application.
You should immediately uninstall the package and check for any dependencies that may have been affected.
Yes, tools like Vulert can monitor your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
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