Malicious Code Injection in immediate_manatee_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103969: Malicious code in immediate_manatee_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The immediate_manatee_0xrequest package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores. The functionality of this package is compromised due to the presence of malicious code that alters its configuration.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the immediate_manatee_0xrequest package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. The malicious payload embedded within the package modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of dependent projects. The ramifications include loss of control over package versions and potential exposure to further malicious activities.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall immediate_manatee_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 avoid using the immediate_manatee_0xrequest package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The immediate_manatee_0xrequest package contains a significant vulnerability due to malicious code that alters its configuration and republishing behavior. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your project for any related issues. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your open-source dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a campaign to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, removal of private flags, and potential exposure to further malicious activities.
You should uninstall the immediate_manatee_0xrequest package immediately and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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