Malicious Code Injection in following_wolf_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102851: Malicious code in following_wolf_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The following_wolf_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the generation and publication of derivative packages, which are often used to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious scripts that compromise its integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the following_wolf_0xrequest package originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall following_wolf_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 prevent the installation of the following_wolf_0xrequest package by using the npm command: npm uninstall following_wolf_0xrequest. This will remove the package from your project and mitigate the risk associated with its malicious behavior.
Conclusion
The following_wolf_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of applications using it. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard your projects from potential security threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to security breaches by modifying your package.json file and introducing malicious code into your application.
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Yes, you can avoid using the following_wolf_0xrequest package and regularly update your dependencies to ensure you are using secure versions.
If you have installed the package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and check your application for any potential security issues.
