Malicious Code Injection in national_bear_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-106193: Malicious code in national_bear_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The national_bear_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate interactions within the npm registry but has been compromised to include malicious functionalities. It is primarily used by developers to manage dependencies in JavaScript applications, but its integrity has been severely undermined due to the presence of harmful scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the national_bear_0xrequest package arises from malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are then republished to inflate developer reputation scores fraudulently. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to a broader campaign aimed at manipulating the npm registry, making it a significant threat to developers relying on this package for legitimate purposes.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall national_bear_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 national_bear_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The national_bear_0xrequest package has been compromised with malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor your projects for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert. Staying informed and proactive can help safeguard your applications from such threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed for managing dependencies in JavaScript applications.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to unauthorized package republishing and reputation inflation.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or alternatives that do not contain malicious code.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without any signup.
