Malicious Code Injection in isolated_finch_0xrequest Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-104431: Malicious code in isolated_finch_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The isolated_finch_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the package, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry, potentially affecting other developers and users who rely on the integrity of the npm ecosystem. The malicious payload can also lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of projects that utilize this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall isolated_finch_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the isolated_finch_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, ensure that your package-lock.json is monitored for any vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
Conclusion
The isolated_finch_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm ecosystem. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert to ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your project's package.json file and may introduce malicious code into your application.
You should uninstall the isolated_finch_0xrequest package immediately and monitor your project for any signs of compromise.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json file.
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