Malicious Code Injection in fuzzy_gorilla_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103007: Malicious code in fuzzy_gorilla_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The fuzzy_gorilla_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript applications. It is designed to facilitate certain functionalities within applications but has been compromised as part of a broader malicious campaign targeting npm packages. This package has been associated with the tea.xyz token reward initiative, which has led to the proliferation of malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a malicious campaign that includes scripts designed to automatically publish derivative packages with altered metadata. These scripts remove private flags from package.json, change version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This can result in developers inadvertently using compromised packages, which may expose their applications to further vulnerabilities and security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall fuzzy_gorilla_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the fuzzy_gorilla_0xrequest package entirely and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, regularly audit your package dependencies using tools like npm audit to identify any vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The fuzzy_gorilla_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of applications using it. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain application security.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been compromised as part of a malicious campaign, designed to manipulate package metadata.
Using this compromised package can expose your application to security risks, including the potential for malicious code execution.
You should remove the package from your project and look for alternatives. Additionally, consider running npm audit to check for other vulnerabilities.
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