Malicious Code Injection in fashionable_condor_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102578: Malicious code in fashionable_condor_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The fashionable_condor_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, primarily used for JavaScript applications. It is often utilized in projects that require dependency management and package distribution. However, this package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages that inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to deploy autopublish scripts. These scripts modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This can result in compromised project integrity, potential security risks, and a degraded developer experience.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall fashionable_condor_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 fashionable_condor_0xrequest package and instead utilize alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The fashionable_condor_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its association with malicious activities aimed at manipulating the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies to maintain project security.
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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 compromised project integrity, security risks, and pollution of the npm registry with malicious packages.
You should uninstall the fashionable_condor_0xrequest package immediately and check for any dependencies that may rely on it.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json file.
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