Malicious Code Injection in Voluntary Galliform Dumbs Package
Summary
MAL-2025-110630: Malicious code in voluntary_galliform_dumbs (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'voluntary_galliform_dumbs' package is part of a series of npm packages that emerged during the tea.xyz token reward campaign. These packages are designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often with randomized names, to inflate developer reputation scores for token rewards. The functionality of these packages is primarily centered around manipulating the npm registry, which can lead to significant issues in package management and security.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 'voluntary_galliform_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 variants that pollute the npm registry. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the tea.xyz token reward campaign, which has been associated with various malicious npm packages. The ramifications include potential security risks for developers who unknowingly use these packages, as well as the degradation of the npm ecosystem due to the proliferation of low-quality or harmful packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall voluntary_galliform_dumbsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can avoid using the 'voluntary_galliform_dumbs' package altogether. If you have already installed it, you can uninstall it using the command: npm uninstall voluntary_galliform_dumbs. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor your package dependencies for vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The 'voluntary_galliform_dumbs' package presents a significant security risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and floods the npm registry. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of their projects.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that is part of a malicious campaign aimed at inflating developer reputation scores through automated package publishing.
The vulnerability can lead to the modification of your package.json file, potentially exposing your project to security risks and polluting the npm registry.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command: npm uninstall voluntary_galliform_dumbs.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors your package-lock.json file to alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities.
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