Malicious Code Vulnerability in overall_kite_dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-106860: Malicious code in overall_kite_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The overall_kite_dumbs package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the automatic generation and publication of derivative packages, which can inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. However, it has been compromised to include malicious scripts that modify package metadata and republish variants to pollute the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from malicious code embedded within the overall_kite_dumbs package. This code is designed to alter the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. The malicious payload continuously republishes these variants, leading to potential reputation damage for developers and pollution of the npm registry. This behavior can also create security risks for applications that depend on this package, as it may introduce unintended dependencies.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall overall_kite_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 the overall_kite_dumbs package by using npm's package-lock.json to monitor dependencies. Additionally, you can use the following command to uninstall the package: npm uninstall overall_kite_dumbs.
Conclusion
The overall_kite_dumbs package contains malicious code that poses significant risks to developers and their projects. It is crucial to remove this package and monitor for any potential vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert. Staying informed and proactive can help maintain the integrity of your software.
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FAQ
The overall_kite_dumbs package is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, removes private flags, and can lead to the pollution of the npm registry, potentially affecting your project's integrity.
You should uninstall the overall_kite_dumbs package immediately and check for any dependencies that may have been affected by its malicious behavior.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor your project for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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