Malicious Code Injection in relaxed_flamingo_dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-107846: Malicious code in relaxed_flamingo_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The relaxed_flamingo_dumbs package is part of the npm ecosystem, often 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 identified as containing malicious code that compromises its integrity and the security of the npm registry.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's design to include autopublish scripts that modify the package.json file. These modifications remove private flags, alter version numbers, and generate random package names, leading to the continuous republishing of variants. This behavior not only pollutes the npm registry but also poses a risk to developers who may unknowingly use these compromised packages, potentially leading to security breaches in their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall relaxed_flamingo_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 relaxed_flamingo_dumbs package and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The relaxed_flamingo_dumbs package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that modifies package configurations and repopulates the npm registry with compromised packages. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to generate and publish derivative packages.
The malicious code can compromise your application's integrity by introducing unwanted changes and potentially harmful packages.
You should remove the relaxed_flamingo_dumbs package immediately and monitor your application for any unusual behavior.
You can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file for vulnerabilities in real-time without requiring code access.
Yes, you can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check your application for vulnerabilities without signing up.
