Malicious Code Injection in serious_fly_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108558: Malicious code in serious_fly_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The serious_fly_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 related to token rewards but has been compromised. It is known for its ability to create and publish derivative packages automatically, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers involved in the tea protocol.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the serious_fly_0xrequest package stems from malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which can lead to the pollution of the npm registry. The malicious payload is part of a broader scheme to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of numerous derivative packages, potentially compromising the integrity of the npm ecosystem.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall serious_fly_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
Tip — Not sure whether your app is affected? Vulert can check the versions your app actually runs. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can remove the serious_fly_0xrequest package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall serious_fly_0xrequest. This will prevent the execution of any malicious code associated with the package until a fix is applied.
Conclusion
The serious_fly_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem. It is essential for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their projects from potential threats.
See every vulnerability recorded for serious_fly_0xrequest →
FAQ
The serious_fly_0xrequest package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, compromising the integrity of your project and potentially affecting its reputation and security.
If you are using the serious_fly_0xrequest package, you should update it to the latest patched version or remove it from your project to avoid security risks.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using just your package-lock.json file. You can also check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
More information can be found in the vulnerability details provided by sources like Amazon Inspector and the official npm registry.
