Malicious Code Injection in recent_bird_z3n Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107787: Malicious code in recent_bird_z3n (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The recent_bird_z3n package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the recent_bird_z3n package originates from its association with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. It contains malicious scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses risks to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall recent_bird_z3nIf 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 recent_bird_z3n 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 recent_bird_z3n package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to exploit the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and monitor for any vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert to ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
The recent_bird_z3n package 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 introduction of malicious code into your application, compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the recent_bird_z3n package immediately and check for any dependencies that may be affected.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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