Malicious Code Injection in quick_rooster_0xrequest Package - npm Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-107649: Malicious code in quick_rooster_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The quick_rooster_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package, like many others, is intended to facilitate the development of applications by providing reusable code. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages that can harm developers' reputations and the integrity of the registry itself.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the quick_rooster_0xrequest package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This campaign has led to the creation of numerous malicious packages that contain scripts designed to automatically publish variants of themselves with altered names and metadata. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, changes version numbers, and generates random package names, ultimately leading to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for developers using these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall quick_rooster_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, avoid using the quick_rooster_0xrequest package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity and reputation of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The quick_rooster_0xrequest package has been identified as a malicious package that poses significant risks to developers and the npm ecosystem. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your applications for vulnerabilities to maintain security and integrity.
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FAQ
The quick_rooster_0xrequest package is a JavaScript package available on npm, intended for use in application development.
This vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry and may compromise the integrity of your application by introducing malicious code.
If you have used the quick_rooster_0xrequest package, you should uninstall it immediately and replace it with a trusted alternative.
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