Malicious Code Vulnerability in ctf-pipline-test Package
Summary
MAL-2026-817: Malicious code in ctf-pipline-test (PyPI). Affects ctf-pipline-test versions 1.0.0 – 2.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ctf-pipline-test package is a Python library available on PyPI, primarily designed for testing and exploring various functionalities in a controlled environment. However, it has been identified to contain malicious code that exfiltrates sensitive information from the host system, such as IP addresses and usernames, posing a significant security risk to users who install it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's code, which overrides the install command in setup.py to execute malicious actions during installation. This malicious code is designed to exfiltrate basic data from the system, including the user's IP address and username. The risk associated with this vulnerability is categorized as limited, but it still poses a threat to user privacy and system integrity.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall ctf-pipline-testIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, users can avoid installing the ctf-pipline-test package altogether and look for alternative packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated risks. Additionally, using tools like Vulert can help monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
Conclusion
The ctf-pipline-test package contains a vulnerability that allows malicious code to exfiltrate sensitive information from the host system. Users are advised to uninstall the package immediately and monitor for any updates or patches. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying and managing open-source vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
ctf-pipline-test is a Python package available on PyPI, designed for testing and exploring functionalities in a controlled environment.
The vulnerability exfiltrates sensitive information from the host system, such as the user's IP address and username.
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If you have installed the ctf-pipline-test package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command: pip uninstall ctf-pipline-test.
Yes, consider looking for alternative packages that provide similar functionalities without the associated security risks.
