Malicious Code Injection in skinny_jellyfish_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108798: Malicious code in skinny_jellyfish_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The skinny_jellyfish_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate interactions with the tea protocol, but it has been compromised to include malicious scripts. These scripts are intended to manipulate the npm registry by generating and publishing derivative packages with random names, ultimately inflating developer reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the skinny_jellyfish_0xrequest package. This code modifies the package.json file by removing private flags and altering version numbers. It also generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. The ramifications of this vulnerability include potential reputational damage to developers, as well as the risk of users inadvertently installing compromised packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall skinny_jellyfish_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 skinny_jellyfish_0xrequest package until a secure version is released. Additionally, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The skinny_jellyfish_0xrequest package contains a significant vulnerability due to malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry with compromised packages. It is essential to update or remove this package to protect your application and maintain the integrity of your development environment.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed for interactions with the tea protocol.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages, potentially compromising your application's integrity and security.
You should immediately update the package to the latest version or remove it from your project to mitigate risks.
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