Malicious Code Injection in minimum_bison_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105859: Malicious code in minimum_bison_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The minimum_bison_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate various functionalities within JavaScript applications, but it has been compromised to include malicious code. The vulnerability allows attackers to exploit the package by modifying its configuration and publishing unauthorized versions, thereby affecting the integrity of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from a malicious payload embedded in the minimum_bison_0xrequest package. This payload alters the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. The intent is to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards while polluting the npm registry with derivative packages. This can lead to significant security risks, including the potential for dependency confusion attacks and the introduction of further vulnerabilities into dependent applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall minimum_bison_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 remove the minimum_bison_0xrequest package from your project by executing the command: npm uninstall minimum_bison_0xrequest. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The minimum_bison_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises the integrity of the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their applications from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been compromised to include malicious code aimed at manipulating the npm registry.
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The risks include the potential for unauthorized code execution, dependency confusion attacks, and the introduction of further vulnerabilities into your application.
It is recommended to regularly check for updates and apply them, especially for packages known to have vulnerabilities.
If an immediate update is not possible, consider removing the package as a temporary measure to mitigate risks.
