Malicious Code Injection in very_tiglon_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-110449: Malicious code in very_tiglon_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The very_tiglon_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with harmful packages. This package is designed to manipulate its own metadata and publish variants that can mislead developers and inflate reputation scores for token rewards.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the very_tiglon_0xrequest package stems from its malicious code, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and changes version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants, polluting the npm registry. This behavior can lead to security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive information and potential exploitation of affected applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall very_tiglon_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 prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json file to monitor dependencies. Ensure that your project does not include this package in its dependencies or devDependencies.
Conclusion
The very_tiglon_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial to remove this package from your project and monitor your dependencies for any vulnerabilities. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to manipulate the npm registry.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized changes in your application's dependencies, potentially exposing it to security risks.
You should uninstall the very_tiglon_0xrequest package immediately and check for any affected dependencies.
Yes, you can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
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