Malicious Code Vulnerability in increased_nightingale_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104075: Malicious code in increased_nightingale_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The increased_nightingale_0xrequest package is part of a broader campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. This package, like many others in this campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by creating and publishing numerous derivative packages with randomized names. The primary functionality of this package is to facilitate the generation of these derivative packages, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers involved in the tea protocol token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the increased_nightingale_0xrequest package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of the ecosystem. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood npm with such malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall increased_nightingale_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 increased_nightingale_0xrequest package and replace it with a trusted alternative that provides similar functionality. Always verify the integrity and reputation of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The increased_nightingale_0xrequest package contains malicious code that poses a significant risk to projects using it. It is crucial to remove this package and replace it with a secure alternative to maintain the integrity of your software. Regular monitoring and auditing of your dependencies are essential to avoid similar vulnerabilities in the future.
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FAQ
It is a package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign that generates and publishes derivative packages to manipulate npm registry reputation.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, compromising the integrity of your project and potentially introducing security risks.
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You should uninstall the package immediately and replace it with a secure alternative. Regularly audit your dependencies for vulnerabilities.
There is no patch for the increased_nightingale_0xrequest package; the recommended action is to remove it from your project.
