Malicious Code Injection in extraordinary_shark_replicate_automation Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102442: Malicious code in extraordinary_shark_replicate_automation (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The extraordinary_shark_replicate_automation package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in automation tasks. However, it has been identified as a malicious package involved in a token reward campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores. This package is designed to generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, compromising the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious intent to modify the package.json file by removing private flags and changing version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes variants to pollute the npm registry. This behavior can lead to security risks, including the potential for developers to unknowingly use compromised packages, which may contain harmful code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall extraordinary_shark_replicate_automationIf 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 extraordinary_shark_replicate_automation package and instead look for alternative packages that offer similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The extraordinary_shark_replicate_automation package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious behavior of modifying package files and republishing variants. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain a secure development environment.
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FAQ
It is an npm package involved in automation tasks but has been identified as malicious, designed to inflate developer reputation scores.
Using this package can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall extraordinary_shark_replicate_automation' and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use trusted sources for packages, and consider using tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in real-time.
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