Malicious Code Injection in additional_dragonfly-excellentdev Package
Summary
MAL-2025-99123: Malicious code in additional_dragonfly-excellentdev (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The additional_dragonfly-excellentdev package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of applications utilizing it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the additional_dragonfly-excellentdev package originates from its involvement in a malicious campaign that floods the npm registry with derivative packages. The malicious payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but can also lead to unintended consequences for developers who unknowingly use these compromised packages, including potential security breaches and loss of control over their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall additional_dragonfly-excellentdevIf 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 additional_dragonfly-excellentdev package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall additional_dragonfly-excellentdev'. This will prevent the malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The additional_dragonfly-excellentdev package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and their applications. It is crucial to take immediate action by updating or removing the package and utilizing tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that automates the generation of derivative packages.
The malicious code can modify your package.json file and publish compromised packages, leading to potential security risks.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor for any updates or patches.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors vulnerabilities in real-time using just package-lock.json. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application.
Regularly update your dependencies, use tools like Vulert for monitoring, and review package sources before installation.
