Malicious Code Injection in regular_kingfisher_dumbs: A Threat to npm Packages
Summary
MAL-2025-107826: Malicious code in regular_kingfisher_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package 'regular_kingfisher_dumbs' is part of a series of npm packages that have been associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to inflate developer reputation scores by automatically generating and publishing derivative packages with randomized names. This behavior poses a significant risk to the integrity of the npm registry and the security of applications relying on these packages.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in 'regular_kingfisher_dumbs' originates from its malicious code that modifies the package.json file to remove private flags and alters version numbers. It generates random package names, primarily themed around Indonesian culture, and continuously republishes these variants to pollute the npm registry. This can lead to the proliferation of untrustworthy packages, potentially compromising applications that depend on them.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall regular_kingfisher_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 avoid using the 'regular_kingfisher_dumbs' package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Regularly audit your package dependencies to ensure they do not include any malicious packages.
Conclusion
The 'regular_kingfisher_dumbs' package poses a significant threat due to its malicious code designed to manipulate the npm registry. It is essential for developers to be vigilant, regularly audit their dependencies, and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities. Immediate action should be taken to remove this package from any projects to safeguard application integrity.
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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 by publishing untrustworthy packages.
If your application relies on 'regular_kingfisher_dumbs', it may be exposed to malicious code that can compromise its integrity and security.
You should uninstall the package immediately using 'npm uninstall regular_kingfisher_dumbs' and audit your other dependencies for similar vulnerabilities.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software by analyzing your package-lock.json file.
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