Malicious Code Injection in interior_mockingbird_dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-104339: Malicious code in interior_mockingbird_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The interior_mockingbird_dumbs package is part of the npm ecosystem, often used in JavaScript applications for various functionalities. However, it has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to inflate developer reputation scores through the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages. This package is particularly vulnerable due to its design, which allows for the manipulation of package metadata.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being associated with a token reward campaign that floods the npm registry with malicious packages. The malicious code modifies the package.json file to remove private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to potential pollution of the npm registry. This can result in compromised developer reputation and the introduction of insecure packages into applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall interior_mockingbird_dumbsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As an immediate workaround, you can remove the package from your dependencies by running: npm uninstall interior_mockingbird_dumbs. Additionally, consider using a tool like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The interior_mockingbird_dumbs package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate package metadata. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their projects for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that has been identified as part of a malicious campaign to inflate developer reputation scores.
The vulnerability can lead to the introduction of insecure packages and compromise your application's integrity.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your project for any further vulnerabilities.
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Regularly monitor your dependencies using tools like Vulert and keep your packages updated.
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