Malicious Code Vulnerability in sweet_wombat_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-109420: Malicious code in sweet_wombat_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The sweet_wombat_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript projects. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. This package, like others in the campaign, is designed to manipulate package metadata and publish derivatives to inflate developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
This vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the sweet_wombat_0xrequest package, which includes scripts that modify the package.json file to remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names. The scripts continuously republish these variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of projects that depend on this package. The ramifications include unauthorized access to sensitive information and the risk of executing malicious code within dependent applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall sweet_wombat_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 sweet_wombat_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The sweet_wombat_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata and pollute the npm registry. It is essential to remove this package from your projects and monitor for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for containing malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized changes in your project's package.json file, potentially exposing sensitive information and executing harmful scripts.
Immediately uninstall the package using npm uninstall sweet_wombat_0xrequest to mitigate any risks.
Yes, consider using other reputable npm packages that offer similar functionality without the associated risks.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time by analyzing your package-lock.json file. You can also check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
