Malicious Code Injection in supreme_nightingale_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-109329: Malicious code in supreme_nightingale_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The supreme_nightingale_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 through various automated scripts. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications using it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the package's malicious payload, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to the npm registry. This behavior not only inflates developer reputation scores fraudulently but also pollutes the npm ecosystem, potentially leading to security risks for applications relying on these packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall supreme_nightingale_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 remove the package from your dependencies by executing the following command in your terminal: npm uninstall supreme_nightingale_0xrequest. This will help mitigate the risks associated with the malicious code until a fixed version is released.
Conclusion
The supreme_nightingale_0xrequest package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant risk to applications using it. Immediate action is required to remove the package and mitigate potential threats. Regular monitoring and updates are essential to maintain application security.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code can compromise your application's integrity by altering package configurations and introducing potentially harmful packages into your project.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
It is uncertain, but it is advisable to keep an eye on the package repository for any announcements regarding patches or updates.
