Malicious Code Injection in slow_marmot_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-108845: Malicious code in slow_marmot_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The slow_marmot_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 that manipulate package metadata. The primary functionality of this package is to provide developers with tools for token rewards, but its integrity has been severely compromised.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from malicious code embedded in the slow_marmot_0xrequest package. This code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, which are then republished to the npm registry. This behavior not only pollutes the registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, leading to potential security breaches and loss of reputation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall slow_marmot_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, avoid using the slow_marmot_0xrequest package and consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Regularly audit your dependencies to ensure no malicious packages are included.
Conclusion
The slow_marmot_0xrequest package has been compromised with malicious code that alters package metadata and repopulates the npm registry with harmful variants. It is essential to remove this package from your project and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities to maintain the security and integrity of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to facilitate token interactions.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of malicious code, which may compromise your project's security and integrity.
You should uninstall the slow_marmot_0xrequest package immediately and check for any other potentially compromised packages.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
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