Malicious Code Injection in melted_angelfish_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105781: Malicious code in melted_angelfish_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The melted_angelfish_0xrequest package is part of a broader campaign associated with the tea.xyz token reward system. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing numerous derivative packages with random names. Its primary functionality revolves around incentivizing developers through token rewards, but it has become a vector for malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the melted_angelfish_0xrequest package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and creating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of other packages. The origin of this issue is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to inflate developer reputation scores through deceptive practices.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall melted_angelfish_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 prevent the package from being used in your project by removing it from your package.json file and ensuring that it is not installed in your node_modules directory. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your application for vulnerabilities. You can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground at https://vulert.com/scanner without any signup.
Conclusion
The melted_angelfish_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their applications for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can enhance security and provide real-time alerts for open-source vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is a package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to manipulate the npm registry.
The malicious code can compromise your application's integrity by modifying package.json and flooding the npm registry with unwanted packages.
You should uninstall the melted_angelfish_0xrequest package immediately and monitor your application for any further vulnerabilities.
Using tools like Vulert can help monitor your application for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time, allowing you to take action quickly.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
