Malicious Code Injection in extreme_takin_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102450: Malicious code in extreme_takin_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The extreme_takin_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate interactions with the tea protocol, but it has been compromised to include malicious scripts that manipulate its functionality. The package's primary attributes include automatic publishing capabilities and the generation of derivative packages, which are intended to inflate developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the extreme_takin_0xrequest package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. This allows the package to continuously republish itself under randomized names, polluting the npm registry. The malicious payload can lead to significant security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive data and the potential for further exploitation of affected systems.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall extreme_takin_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 remove the extreme_takin_0xrequest package from your project by executing: npm uninstall extreme_takin_0xrequest. This will prevent any malicious activity associated with the package until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The extreme_takin_0xrequest package has been compromised, leading to significant security vulnerabilities. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect their applications from potential exploitation. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to facilitate interactions with the tea protocol.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your package.json file, potentially exposing your application to further attacks.
You should immediately update or uninstall the package to mitigate any risks associated with the vulnerability.
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