Malicious Code Injection in racial_iguana_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107687: Malicious code in racial_iguana_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The racial_iguana_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 the npm registry but has been compromised to include malicious scripts that can manipulate package metadata. The package is primarily used by developers looking to enhance their applications with npm packages, but its integrity has been severely compromised due to the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from malicious code embedded within the racial_iguana_0xrequest package. This code is designed to automatically modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to pollution of the npm registry and potentially damaging the reputation of developers who unknowingly use this package. The ramifications include unauthorized access to sensitive information, loss of control over package management, and a compromised development environment.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall racial_iguana_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 racial_iguana_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your package-lock.json file for any unauthorized changes.
Conclusion
The racial_iguana_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its embedded malicious code, which can compromise your project's integrity. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for any unauthorized changes. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been compromised with malicious code, originally intended for use in the npm ecosystem.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to unauthorized access and pollution of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall racial_iguana_0xrequest' and check for any unauthorized changes in your project.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json.
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