Malicious Code Vulnerability in base-local-planner Package
Summary
MAL-2026-621: Malicious code in base-local-planner (PyPI). Affects base-local-planner versions 0.0.0 – 1.11.6. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The base-local-planner package, available on PyPI, is designed for local planning in robotics applications. It is intended to assist developers in implementing algorithms for navigation and movement. However, this package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises user data and system integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's installation process, where it overrides the install command in setup.py to execute malicious code. This code exfiltrates sensitive information such as the host's IP address and username. The risk is considered limited, but it poses a significant threat to user privacy and security.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall base-local-plannerIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid installing the base-local-planner package until a safe version is released. If you need similar functionality, consider using alternative packages that are verified and trusted.
Conclusion
The base-local-planner package has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises user data. Users are advised to uninstall the affected versions and seek alternative packages until a safe update is available. Monitoring tools like Vulert can help keep your dependencies secure.
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FAQ
The base-local-planner package is a Python library designed for local planning in robotics, helping developers implement navigation algorithms.
The vulnerability allows the package to exfiltrate sensitive information from your system, such as your IP address and username, compromising your privacy.
Uninstall the package immediately using pip uninstall base-local-planner and look for a safe alternative.
Currently, there are no patched versions available. Users should avoid using the affected versions until a safe update is released.
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