Malicious Code Injection in 'disastrous_sole_dumbs' Package
Summary
MAL-2025-101622: Malicious code in disastrous_sole_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'disastrous_sole_dumbs' package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with a token reward campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publishing of derivative packages. The malicious nature of this package lies in its ability to manipulate package metadata and flood the npm registry with unwanted variants.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the 'disastrous_sole_dumbs' package, which is designed to execute autopublish scripts. These scripts modify the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior not only compromises the integrity of the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these tainted packages, leading to potential security breaches and reputation damage.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall disastrous_sole_dumbsIf 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 'disastrous_sole_dumbs' package and any other packages that may have been published as part of the same malicious campaign. Regularly audit your dependencies and consider using tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your package-lock.json file.
Conclusion
The 'disastrous_sole_dumbs' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and utilize tools like Vulert for ongoing monitoring of vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that has been found to contain malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file and can lead to the publication of unwanted packages, compromising your project's integrity.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities without requiring code access or installation.
You should uninstall the 'disastrous_sole_dumbs' package immediately and review your dependencies for any potential risks.
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