Malicious Code Injection in immense_beaver_dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-103975: Malicious code in immense_beaver_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The immense_beaver_dumbs package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. These packages often contain scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores, posing a significant risk to developers and users alike.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the immense_beaver_dumbs package originates from its design to include autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file. These scripts remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants that pollute the npm registry. This behavior can compromise the integrity of the npm ecosystem and potentially expose users to malicious code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall immense_beaver_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 remove the immense_beaver_dumbs package from your project by executing the command: 'npm uninstall immense_beaver_dumbs'. This will prevent any malicious scripts from executing while you seek a safer alternative package.
Conclusion
The immense_beaver_dumbs package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code injection capabilities. It is crucial for developers to be aware of this vulnerability, take necessary actions to update or remove the package, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor their projects for potential vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The immense_beaver_dumbs package is an npm package that has been identified as malicious, associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign.
This vulnerability can lead to the injection of malicious code, compromising the integrity of your project and potentially exposing sensitive data.
If you have installed the immense_beaver_dumbs package, it is recommended to uninstall it immediately and check for any updates or patches.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can check your application for vulnerabilities using the Vulert playground without any signup.
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