Malicious Code Injection in effective_landfowl_requirement Package
Summary
MAL-2025-94184: Malicious code in effective_landfowl_requirement (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The effective_landfowl_requirement package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package, like many others in the npm registry, is intended to facilitate the development and deployment of applications by providing reusable code components. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages with harmful scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the effective_landfowl_requirement package stems from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies package.json files to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is designed to pollute the npm registry and can lead to the unintentional installation of compromised packages by developers. The malicious scripts, such as auto.js and autopublish.js, are designed to automatically publish these harmful packages, making it difficult for developers to identify and avoid them.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall effective_landfowl_requirementIf 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 effective_landfowl_requirement package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using npm audit to identify and address vulnerabilities in your project's dependencies.
Conclusion
The effective_landfowl_requirement package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and publishes harmful variants. It is crucial for developers to stay informed about such vulnerabilities and take proactive measures to secure their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used in JavaScript development, but it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages, compromising your project's integrity and security.
You should immediately update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project.
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