Malicious Code Vulnerability in given_angelfish_dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103247: Malicious code in given_angelfish_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The given_angelfish_dumbs package is part of the npm ecosystem and appears to be associated with a token reward campaign for the tea.xyz protocol. 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 the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the package, which modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially affecting other developers by inflating reputation scores fraudulently. The malicious payload can also expose users to security risks by allowing unauthorized access to their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall given_angelfish_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 prevent the installation of this package by using npm's package-lock.json file to monitor your dependencies. Ensure that you do not include given_angelfish_dumbs in your package.json file. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your project for vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The given_angelfish_dumbs package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters project files and pollutes the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package from their projects and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with a token reward campaign that has been identified as containing malicious code.
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications in your project, potentially exposing it to security risks and affecting the integrity of the npm registry.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command: npm uninstall given_angelfish_dumbs.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring access to the code or installation.
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