Malicious Code Injection in fascinating_kingfisher_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102572: Malicious code in fascinating_kingfisher_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The fascinating_kingfisher_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript development. This package was identified as part of a token reward campaign that aimed to manipulate npm's package registry. It is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers involved in the tea protocol token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the fascinating_kingfisher_0xrequest package stems from its malicious payload that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can clutter the npm registry. This behavior is part of a broader scheme to inflate developer reputation scores, potentially leading to security risks and the proliferation of untrustworthy packages in the ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall fascinating_kingfisher_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 fascinating_kingfisher_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The fascinating_kingfisher_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that manipulates the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and stay vigilant about potential vulnerabilities in their dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that was part of a token reward campaign, designed to manipulate the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the proliferation of untrustworthy packages and may compromise the integrity of your project's dependencies.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your project for any related issues.
Currently, there is no patched version available. The best course of action is to remove the package.
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