Malicious Code Injection in disgusted_deer_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-101632: Malicious code in disgusted_deer_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'disgusted_deer_0xrequest' package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. This package, like others in its category, is vulnerable to malicious code that alters its functionality and impacts the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 'disgusted_deer_0xrequest' package originates from its association with a malicious campaign that employs autopublish scripts to manipulate package metadata. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants. This behavior can pollute the npm registry and compromise the security of applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall disgusted_deer_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the 'disgusted_deer_0xrequest' package in your project. If you need similar functionality, consider using alternative packages that are verified and do not exhibit malicious behavior.
Conclusion
The 'disgusted_deer_0xrequest' package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code injection capabilities. It is crucial to remove this package from your project and monitor for any similar vulnerabilities in the future. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file and the introduction of malicious code, compromising your application's integrity.
You should uninstall the 'disgusted_deer_0xrequest' package immediately to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
Currently, there are no patches available for the 'disgusted_deer_0xrequest' package, so it is best to remove it from your project.
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