Malicious Code Vulnerability in relevant_cattle_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107850: Malicious code in relevant_cattle_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The relevant_cattle_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the relevant_cattle_0xrequest package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names, which leads to the continuous republishing of these variants. The primary risk is that it pollutes the npm registry and can potentially affect other packages and developers by inflating reputation scores fraudulently.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall relevant_cattle_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily avoid using the relevant_cattle_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The relevant_cattle_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant risk to developers and the npm ecosystem. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor for updates to maintain security. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been identified to contain malicious code.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, remove private flags, and pollute the npm registry, which may lead to security vulnerabilities in your project.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application without needing to sign up.
You should remove the relevant_cattle_0xrequest package from your project and monitor for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
Yes, consider looking for other npm packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated risks of malicious code.
