Malicious Code Injection in maximum_roadrunner_z3n: A Threat to npm Ecosystem
Summary
MAL-2025-95419: Malicious code in maximum_roadrunner_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package maximum_roadrunner_z3n is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for managing JavaScript packages. This package is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with malicious activities aimed at inflating developer reputation scores. The package's functionality is compromised by the presence of malicious scripts that manipulate its metadata and behavior.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in maximum_roadrunner_z3n originates from its association with a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload alters the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult for developers to find legitimate packages and potentially exposing them to security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall maximum_roadrunner_z3nIf 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 maximum_roadrunner_z3n package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall maximum_roadrunner_z3n. This will help mitigate the risk until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The maximum_roadrunner_z3n package is compromised by malicious code that alters its metadata and behavior, posing a significant risk to developers using it. Immediate action is required to update or remove the package to protect your projects from potential threats.
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FAQ
maximum_roadrunner_z3n is an npm package that has been linked to a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through the creation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult to find legitimate packages and potentially exposing your project to security risks.
You should immediately update the package to a patched version or uninstall it to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.
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Detailed information about this vulnerability can be found in the npm registry and security advisories related to the maximum_roadrunner_z3n package.
