Malicious Code Injection in inc_spider_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104063: Malicious code in inc_spider_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The inc_spider_0xrequest package is part of a series of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages with randomized names, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The functionality of this package is compromised due to malicious scripts that alter its metadata and behavior.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the inc_spider_0xrequest package stems from its inclusion in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of other packages. The malicious payload can affect developers' reputation and the reliability of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall inc_spider_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 inc_spider_0xrequest package from your project by executing the following command: 'npm uninstall inc_spider_0xrequest'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing in your application until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The inc_spider_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that alters its functionality and can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or uninstalling the package to mitigate any potential risks.
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FAQ
The inc_spider_0xrequest package is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated publishing of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, removal of private flags, and the generation of random package names, which can compromise the integrity of your application and the npm ecosystem.
Yes, you can use Vulert, a tool that monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground without any signup.
If you cannot update the package, it is advisable to uninstall it as a temporary measure to prevent any potential exploitation of the vulnerability.
You can find detailed information about this vulnerability in the official npm registry or through security advisories related to the inc_spider_0xrequest package.
