Malicious Code Vulnerability in joyous_silkworm_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104713: Malicious code in joyous_silkworm_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The joyous_silkworm_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 linked to the proliferation of malicious packages designed to inflate developer reputation scores. This package, like others in its category, has been identified as containing harmful scripts that compromise the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the joyous_silkworm_0xrequest package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are then republished to the npm registry. The primary risk is the pollution of the npm registry with these derivative packages, which can lead to confusion, potential security risks, and a degradation of trust in the ecosystem. The malicious payload is designed to operate automatically, making it difficult for developers to detect and mitigate the issue.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall joyous_silkworm_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 joyous_silkworm_0xrequest package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file using tools like Vulert, which alerts you to open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The joyous_silkworm_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with derivative packages. 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, which has been identified as containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially compromising your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the joyous_silkworm_0xrequest package immediately and check for any alternative packages.
You can use Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities without needing to access the code or install additional tools.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
