Malicious Code Injection in flexible_armadillo_requirement Package
Summary
MAL-2025-94541: Malicious code in flexible_armadillo_requirement (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The flexible_armadillo_requirement package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is designed to facilitate specific functionalities within applications that utilize the npm registry. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package's involvement in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been flooding the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages contain scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly install these malicious packages, leading to potential exploitation of their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall flexible_armadillo_requirementIf 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 flexible_armadillo_requirement package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall flexible_armadillo_requirement. This will prevent any malicious code from executing while you seek a secure alternative.
Conclusion
The flexible_armadillo_requirement package has been identified as a vector for malicious code injection, posing significant risks to developers and their applications. It is essential to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard your projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used in JavaScript applications, but it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious code that compromises your application's integrity and security.
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