Malicious Code Injection in whispering_roundworm_requirement Package
Summary
MAL-2025-97355: Malicious code in whispering_roundworm_requirement (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The whispering_roundworm_requirement package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for managing dependencies in JavaScript applications. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package compromises the integrity of the npm registry and poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being part of a token reward campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. It contains scripts designed to modify the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also exposes developers to potential security risks as these packages may contain further malicious payloads.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall whispering_roundworm_requirementIf 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 whispering_roundworm_requirement package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall whispering_roundworm_requirement. This will prevent any malicious code from executing in your application until a safe version is available.
Conclusion
The whispering_roundworm_requirement package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code injection capabilities. It is crucial for developers to be aware of this vulnerability, take immediate action to remove the affected package, and monitor their applications for any potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code into your application, potentially compromising its security and integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
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