Malicious Code Injection in Grateful Jaguar 0xRequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103354: Malicious code in grateful_jaguar_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'grateful_jaguar_0xrequest' package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through various automated scripts. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior is intended to inflate developer reputation scores and pollute the npm registry with derivative packages. The ramifications include potential exposure of sensitive data, unauthorized access to systems, and degradation of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall grateful_jaguar_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 remove the 'grateful_jaguar_0xrequest' package from your project by executing: 'npm uninstall grateful_jaguar_0xrequest'. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The 'grateful_jaguar_0xrequest' package poses significant security risks due to its malicious code. 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
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code can modify your package.json, remove private flags, and publish unauthorized packages, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities.
You should immediately update or uninstall the package to prevent any security risks associated with its malicious behavior.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json.
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