Malicious Code Injection in obedient_hookworm_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-106474: Malicious code in obedient_hookworm_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The obedient_hookworm_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript applications for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit npm's package publishing system. This package is involved in generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names, which can lead to reputation inflation and registry pollution.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which floods npm with malicious packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and creates random package names, leading to potential security risks and abuse of the npm registry. This can result in developers unknowingly using compromised packages, which may contain harmful scripts.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall obedient_hookworm_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 obedient_hookworm_0xrequest package from your project by executing: npm uninstall obedient_hookworm_0xrequest. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a fix is applied.
Conclusion
The obedient_hookworm_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to exploit 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 identified as part of a malicious campaign to exploit the npm registry.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should immediately update or uninstall the package to prevent any security risks associated with its use.
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