Malicious Code Injection in statistical_clam_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-109087: Malicious code in statistical_clam_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The statistical_clam_0xrequest package is part of a broader ecosystem that has been exploited for malicious purposes, particularly in the context of the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate certain functionalities within the npm ecosystem but has been compromised to serve harmful scripts that manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores. The presence of such malicious packages poses a significant risk to developers and users relying on npm for secure and reliable packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the statistical_clam_0xrequest package stems from its association with malicious scripts that are designed to autopublish derivative packages with randomized names. These scripts modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating misleading package names. The continuous republishing of these variants leads to pollution of the npm registry, making it difficult for developers to identify legitimate packages. This vulnerability can result in security breaches, loss of trust in the npm ecosystem, and potential exploitation of applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall statistical_clam_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 statistical_clam_0xrequest package and replace it with a reputable alternative that provides similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity of packages before installation.
Conclusion
The statistical_clam_0xrequest package presents a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate npm package metadata. Developers should take immediate action to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can aid in maintaining a secure software environment.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been compromised to include malicious scripts aimed at manipulating package metadata for fraudulent purposes.
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Using compromised packages can lead to security vulnerabilities, data breaches, and loss of trust in the software supply chain.
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Immediately remove the affected package, replace it with a secure alternative, and monitor for updates or patches from the package maintainers.
