Malicious Code Injection in contemporary_chimpanzee_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100901: Malicious code in contemporary_chimpanzee_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The contemporary_chimpanzee_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript development. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. The primary function of this package is to facilitate token rewards, but its vulnerability exposes users to significant risks due to the presence of malicious code.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and creating random package names. This leads to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for users who inadvertently install these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall contemporary_chimpanzee_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 contemporary_chimpanzee_0xrequest package altogether. If you need similar functionality, consider using alternative packages that are well-reviewed and have a good security track record.
Conclusion
The contemporary_chimpanzee_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and pollute the npm registry. Immediate action is required to remove this package and safeguard your project from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code that modifies your package.json file and pollutes the npm registry, potentially compromising your project's security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall contemporary_chimpanzee_0xrequest and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, tools like Vulert can help monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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