Malicious Code Injection in steady_lemming_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-109107: Malicious code in steady_lemming_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The steady_lemming_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate token rewards for developers by generating and publishing derivative packages. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious code embedded within the steady_lemming_0xrequest package. This code is designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. The intent is to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and republishing of these packages, which can lead to pollution of the npm registry and potential security risks for applications that utilize these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall steady_lemming_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 steady_lemming_0xrequest package altogether. If it is a dependency of another package, consider looking for alternative packages that do not have this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The steady_lemming_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant risk to applications using it. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about potential threats in your open-source software.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and pollution of the npm registry.
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You should uninstall the steady_lemming_0xrequest package immediately and check for any dependencies that may rely on it.
Currently, there are no patched versions available for the steady_lemming_0xrequest package.
