Malicious Code Injection in liquid_donkey_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105202: Malicious code in liquid_donkey_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The liquid_donkey_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards through automated publishing scripts. However, it has been identified as malicious due to its functionality that modifies package metadata and floods the npm registry with derivative packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the liquid_donkey_0xrequest package, which includes scripts that automatically alter the package.json file. These alterations remove private flags, change version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to a polluted npm registry. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who inadvertently use these packages, as they may unknowingly contribute to the proliferation of malicious software.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall liquid_donkey_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 manually remove the liquid_donkey_0xrequest package from your project by running the command: npm uninstall liquid_donkey_0xrequest. Additionally, avoid using any packages that are part of the tea.xyz campaign until further notice.
Conclusion
The liquid_donkey_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any related vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the publishing of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code into your project, potentially compromising security and functionality.
You should uninstall the liquid_donkey_0xrequest package immediately and monitor your project for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just package-lock.json. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly update your packages, monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, and review your package.json and package-lock.json files for any suspicious entries.
