Malicious Code Injection in convinced_wolf_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-100979: Malicious code in convinced_wolf_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The convinced_wolf_0xrequest package is part of a series of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automate the publication of derivative packages with randomized names, which can inflate developer reputation scores in exchange for token rewards. However, this functionality has been exploited to introduce malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the convinced_wolf_0xrequest package, 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 that pollute the npm registry, potentially affecting developers and users who rely on the integrity of npm packages. The malicious payload can compromise the security of applications that depend on this package, leading to unauthorized access or data breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall convinced_wolf_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 convinced_wolf_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, ensure that your package-lock.json file is monitored for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The convinced_wolf_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies package configurations and repopulates the npm registry with compromised packages. It is crucial to remove this package and utilize monitoring tools like Vulert to safeguard your applications against such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your application's dependencies, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the convinced_wolf_0xrequest package immediately and monitor your project for any other vulnerabilities.
Yes, tools like Vulert can monitor your package-lock.json file and alert you to any open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
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