Malicious Code Injection in logical_planarian_dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-105299: Malicious code in logical_planarian_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The logical_planarian_dumbs package is part of the npm ecosystem, which is widely used for JavaScript package management. This package has been identified as part of a malicious campaign that aims to exploit the npm registry by flooding it with derivative packages. The malicious intent behind this package is to inflate developer reputation scores through automated publishing scripts, which can lead to significant pollution of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package being associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which deploys autopublish scripts to generate and publish numerous derivative packages with randomized names. This malicious payload modifies the package.json file by removing private flags, altering version numbers, and continuously republishing variants, which can lead to the proliferation of untrustworthy packages in the npm registry. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages, as they may contain harmful code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall logical_planarian_dumbsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the logical_planarian_dumbs package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Always verify the integrity and reputation of packages before including them in your project.
Conclusion
The logical_planarian_dumbs package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to be vigilant about the packages they use and to take immediate action if they find themselves using this compromised package. Regular monitoring and updates can help mitigate such risks.
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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 through automated publishing.
Using this package can lead to the inclusion of malicious code in your project, potentially compromising security and functionality.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command npm uninstall logical_planarian_dumbs.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access or installation.
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