Malicious Code Injection in integrated_wallaby_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104291: Malicious code in integrated_wallaby_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The integrated_wallaby_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript applications. 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 through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the integrated_wallaby_0xrequest package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem and potentially expose users to further security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall integrated_wallaby_0xrequest
If 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 temporarily avoid using the integrated_wallaby_0xrequest package by removing it from your dependencies. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The integrated_wallaby_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, often used in JavaScript applications.
The vulnerability involves malicious code that alters package.json, removes private flags, and generates random package names, leading to npm registry pollution.
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Remove the integrated_wallaby_0xrequest package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, consider using other npm packages that offer similar functionality without the associated risks of malicious code.