Malicious Code Injection in command-xo-module-antd: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-186237: Malicious code in command-xo-module-antd (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The command-xo-module-antd package is part of the npm ecosystem and is used for integrating Ant Design components into command-line applications. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that exploits npm's package management system. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages with randomized names.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package being associated with a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is driven by scripts that continuously republish variants to pollute the npm registry, potentially leading to security risks for developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall command-xo-module-antdIf 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 command-xo-module-antd package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The command-xo-module-antd package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that poses significant risks to developers using npm. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and monitoring your projects for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for integrating Ant Design components into command-line applications.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, leading to potential security vulnerabilities and the pollution of the npm registry.
You should update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project until a secure version is available.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json file.
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