Malicious Code Injection in relaxed_snipe_replicate_automation Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107848: Malicious code in relaxed_snipe_replicate_automation (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The relaxed_snipe_replicate_automation package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for automating tasks related to snipe replication. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. This package is designed to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards, making it a target for exploitation.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being involved in a malicious campaign that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of applications that depend on this package. The malicious payload can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of project dependencies.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall relaxed_snipe_replicate_automationIf 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 replace the usage of the relaxed_snipe_replicate_automation package with an alternative package that provides similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can lock your dependencies using package-lock.json to prevent automatic updates to vulnerable packages.
Conclusion
The relaxed_snipe_replicate_automation package poses a significant risk due to its involvement in a malicious campaign that alters project dependencies. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor for updates to ensure the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for automating tasks related to snipe replication, but it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of your project's dependencies, potentially compromising your application's security and integrity.
You should remove the relaxed_snipe_replicate_automation package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can check your application using the Vulert playground.
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