Malicious Code Injection in frequent_llama_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102917: Malicious code in frequent_llama_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The frequent_llama_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript applications for various functionalities. However, it has recently been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant security risks for applications relying on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the frequent_llama_0xrequest package stems from its association with a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. It generates random package names and continuously republishes variants, polluting the npm registry. This can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and the potential for further exploitation of applications that depend on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall frequent_llama_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, consider removing the frequent_llama_0xrequest package from your project until a secure version is confirmed. You can do this by executing: npm uninstall frequent_llama_0xrequest.
Conclusion
The frequent_llama_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code injection. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
frequent_llama_0xrequest is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, compromising the security of applications that rely on this package.
You should immediately update the package to a patched version or remove it from your project until a secure version is available.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json file.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
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