Malicious Code Vulnerability in preliminary_pelican_dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107207: Malicious code in preliminary_pelican_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The preliminary_pelican_dumbs package is part of the npm ecosystem, typically used for various JavaScript applications. It is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been known to flood the npm registry with malicious packages. This package, like others in the campaign, contains scripts designed to manipulate package metadata and publish derivative packages, thereby inflating developer reputation scores.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the preliminary_pelican_dumbs package stems from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file. This code removes private flags, alters version numbers, and generates random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of these variants. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which aims to manipulate the npm registry and developer reputation systems. The ramifications include potential pollution of the npm registry and exploitation of developer accounts, which can lead to further security risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall preliminary_pelican_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 preliminary_pelican_dumbs package from your project by executing 'npm uninstall preliminary_pelican_dumbs'. This will prevent any malicious code from executing while you seek a permanent fix.
Conclusion
The preliminary_pelican_dumbs package contains a significant vulnerability due to its malicious code, which can lead to severe consequences for developers and their projects. It is crucial to take immediate action by uninstalling the package and monitoring your applications for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, known for containing malicious code.
The malicious code modifies your package.json file, potentially leading to the pollution of the npm registry and exploitation of your developer account.
You should uninstall the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
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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