Malicious Code Vulnerability in evident_crab_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102286: Malicious code in evident_crab_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The evident_crab_0xrequest package is part of a broader ecosystem of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate certain functionalities within the npm registry but has been compromised to include malicious scripts. These scripts are intended to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores, posing significant risks to users and the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the evident_crab_0xrequest package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, which can lead to pollution of the npm registry and potential exploitation of unsuspecting developers. The origin of this issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has flooded the npm ecosystem with such compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall evident_crab_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 evident_crab_0xrequest package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The evident_crab_0xrequest package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and the integrity of the npm ecosystem. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any updates or alternatives. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
The evident_crab_0xrequest package is an npm package that has been compromised to include malicious code aimed at manipulating package metadata and inflating developer reputation scores.
You can use Vulert, a tool that monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. By checking your package-lock.json file, Vulert can identify if your application is affected by this vulnerability.
If you have installed the evident_crab_0xrequest package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command: npm uninstall evident_crab_0xrequest.
Yes, you should look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always review the package's reputation and source before installation.
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