Malicious Code Vulnerability in devtools-webhook-cicd-utils Package
Summary
MAL-2026-825: Malicious code in devtools-webhook-cicd-utils (PyPI). Affects devtools-webhook-cicd-utils versions 1.4.7 – 1.6.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The devtools-webhook-cicd-utils package, available on PyPI, is designed to facilitate CI/CD workflows by providing tools for integrating webhooks into development processes. However, this package has been found to contain malicious code that compromises the security of systems where it is installed. The vulnerability arises from the package's ability to execute remote commands and maintain persistence on the victim's machine.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's installation script, which overrides the default install command in setup.py to execute malicious code. This code listens for remote commands and executes them, posing a significant risk to the user's system. The malicious script is also configured to run at startup, disguising itself as a legitimate system application. The potential ramifications include unauthorized access to sensitive data, system manipulation, and further exploitation of the affected machine.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall devtools-webhook-cicd-utilsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can remove the devtools-webhook-cicd-utils package from their environment by executing: pip uninstall devtools-webhook-cicd-utils. This will prevent the malicious code from executing until a safe version is available.
Conclusion
The devtools-webhook-cicd-utils package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a serious security threat. Users are advised to uninstall the package and monitor their systems closely. Keeping software up to date and utilizing vulnerability monitoring tools like Vulert can help prevent similar issues in the future.
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FAQ
It is a Python package designed to help integrate webhooks into CI/CD workflows.
The malicious code can execute remote commands, potentially compromising your system's security and data.
You should uninstall the package immediately and monitor your system for any unusual activity.
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Regularly update your packages, monitor for vulnerabilities, and use tools like Vulert to stay informed.
