Malicious Code Injection in greasy_tiglon_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103366: Malicious code in greasy_tiglon_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The greasy_tiglon_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often utilized in JavaScript projects. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in greasy_tiglon_0xrequest arises from malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and change version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall greasy_tiglon_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 greasy_tiglon_0xrequest package altogether. If it is already in use, consider replacing it with a trusted alternative that does not exhibit similar malicious behavior.
Conclusion
The greasy_tiglon_0xrequest package contains malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor for any updates or patches. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
greasy_tiglon_0xrequest is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for flooding the npm registry with malicious packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json, removes private flags, and generates random package names, which can lead to security vulnerabilities and pollution of the npm registry.
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It is advisable to remove the greasy_tiglon_0xrequest package from your project and replace it with a trusted alternative.
Currently, there are no known patches for greasy_tiglon_0xrequest. Regularly check the package's repository for any updates.
