Malicious Code Injection in muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105994: Malicious code in muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often associated with token reward campaigns. It is designed to facilitate the distribution of JavaScript code for various applications. However, this package has been identified as malicious, containing scripts that manipulate package metadata and flood the npm registry with derivative packages, thereby undermining the integrity of the ecosystem.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest package, which is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package includes scripts that automatically modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. The continuous republishing of these variants leads to pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting developers' reputations and the overall reliability of package management.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall muddy_jellyfish_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, avoid using the muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. You can also monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert, which alerts you to vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your project and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with token reward campaigns, but it has been identified as malicious due to its harmful scripts.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and compromise the integrity of your project's dependencies.
You should uninstall the muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest package immediately and check for any other affected dependencies.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without needing to access the code.
There is no patch for the muddy_jellyfish_0xrequest package; the recommended action is to uninstall it.
