Malicious Code Exfiltration in ci-metadata-python-logging Package
Summary
MAL-2024-12374: Malicious code in ci-metadata-python-logging (PyPI). Affects ci-metadata-python-logging versions 0.1.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ci-metadata-python-logging package is a Python library available on PyPI, designed to log metadata about the CI environment. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that compromises user data. The package's primary function is overshadowed by its vulnerability, which allows it to exfiltrate sensitive information from the host system.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's design, which includes malicious code that executes upon installation. This code is capable of exfiltrating basic information about the host, such as the IP address and username, posing a risk to user privacy and security. The package overrides the install command in setup.py to run this malicious code, making it a significant threat despite its limited risk profile.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall ci-metadata-python-loggingIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the ci-metadata-python-logging package until a secure version is released. If you need similar functionality, consider using alternative packages that do not have known vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The ci-metadata-python-logging package has been identified as containing malicious code that can exfiltrate sensitive information from users' systems. It is crucial to uninstall this package and monitor for updates to ensure your environment remains secure. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about vulnerabilities in your software.
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FAQ
It is a Python library designed to log metadata about the CI environment, but it has been compromised with malicious code.
The malicious code can exfiltrate basic information such as the host's IP address and username.
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You should uninstall the ci-metadata-python-logging package immediately and update to a patched version if available.
Uninstalling the package should not result in data loss, but it is advisable to back up any important data before making changes to your environment.
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