Malicious Code Injection in internal_tapir_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104357: Malicious code in internal_tapir_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The internal_tapir_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate interactions within the npm registry but has been compromised to include malicious scripts that manipulate package metadata. The vulnerability stems from its association with a broader trend of malicious packages that aim to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the internal_tapir_0xrequest package involves the presence of malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to a campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages, which can severely impact the integrity of the registry and the reputation of developers. The ramifications include potential exposure of sensitive data and the pollution of the npm ecosystem with untrustworthy packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall internal_tapir_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 internal_tapir_0xrequest package from your project by executing: npm uninstall internal_tapir_0xrequest. This will prevent the execution of the malicious code until a patched version is available.
Conclusion
The internal_tapir_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of your project. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect your application from potential threats. Regular monitoring of your dependencies using tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to facilitate interactions within the npm ecosystem.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially exposing sensitive data and polluting the npm registry.
You should immediately update or uninstall the internal_tapir_0xrequest package to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file.
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