Malicious Code Injection in yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-111284: Malicious code in yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript development. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit npm's package publishing system. It is designed to automatically generate and publish derivative packages with randomized names, which can lead to reputation inflation for developers involved in the tea.xyz token reward campaign.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest package, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, some themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This can lead to security risks, including the potential for developers to unknowingly install compromised packages, which may contain harmful code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall yeasty_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 avoid using the yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can use the following command to audit your npm packages for vulnerabilities: 'npm audit'.
Conclusion
The yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies package files and repopulates the npm registry with compromised packages. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of your application.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to exploit the npm registry.
If your application uses the yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest package, it may be at risk of installing malicious code that can compromise your application's security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall yeasty_tiglon_0xrequest' and check for any other affected packages.
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