Malicious Code Injection in elaborate_aphid_requirement Package
Summary
MAL-2025-94188: Malicious code in elaborate_aphid_requirement (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elaborate_aphid_requirement package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. This package is designed to manipulate package metadata and publish derivative packages, posing significant risks to developers and their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the elaborate_aphid_requirement package, which is linked to a broader malicious campaign targeting npm. The malicious code embedded in this package modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, which pollutes the npm registry and can inflate developer reputation scores fraudulently. The ramifications include potential exposure of sensitive data, disruption of package management, and degradation of the npm ecosystem's integrity.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elaborate_aphid_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, consider removing the elaborate_aphid_requirement package from your project if it is not essential. You can do this by executing the following command: npm uninstall elaborate_aphid_requirement. Additionally, monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The elaborate_aphid_requirement package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that manipulates package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and monitoring your project for any unauthorized changes. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your open-source dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized changes in your package metadata, potentially exposing sensitive information and disrupting your project's dependencies.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any unauthorized changes in your project files.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json file.
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