Malicious Code Injection in resonant_penguin_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107945: Malicious code in resonant_penguin_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The resonant_penguin_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with various packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the resonant_penguin_0xrequest package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. It removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the pollution of the npm registry. This behavior can compromise the integrity of applications relying on this package and may lead to unintended consequences, such as security breaches or dependency conflicts.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall resonant_penguin_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 resonant_penguin_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert to stay informed about vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The resonant_penguin_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies to maintain application security.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for its malicious behavior.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
No patch is available for the resonant_penguin_0xrequest package; the best course of action is to uninstall it.
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