Malicious Code Injection in loud_parakeet_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105335: Malicious code in loud_parakeet_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The loud_parakeet_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 applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the loud_parakeet_0xrequest package stems from its malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior allows the package to continuously republish variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially leading to security risks for developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which employs autopublish scripts to automate the creation of these malicious packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall loud_parakeet_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 loud_parakeet_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The loud_parakeet_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the security of applications using it. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your project for any unauthorized changes. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in maintaining the security of your open-source dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and unauthorized package republishing.
You should uninstall the loud_parakeet_0xrequest package immediately to mitigate any security risks.
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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