Malicious Code Exfiltration in helloharry123c Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192396: Malicious code in helloharry123c (PyPI). Affects helloharry123c versions 0.1.2. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The helloharry123c package is a Python library available on the PyPI repository. It is designed for installation via pip, but it has been identified as malicious. The package's primary function is to exfiltrate basic information from the host system, such as the IP address and username, without providing any legitimate functionality. This raises significant security concerns for users who may unknowingly install it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package's design, which overrides the install command in setup.py to execute malicious code during installation. This code is responsible for exfiltrating sensitive data from the user's system. The potential ramifications include unauthorized access to personal information and increased risk of further exploitation. The malicious behavior is triggered upon installation, making it particularly dangerous for users who trust the package without scrutiny.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall helloharry123cIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, avoid installing the helloharry123c package altogether. If you have already installed it, you can remove it using the command: 'pip uninstall helloharry123c'. Additionally, consider using tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
Conclusion
The helloharry123c package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious code that exfiltrates sensitive information from users' systems. It is crucial for users to uninstall this package immediately and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor their dependencies for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The helloharry123c package is designed to exfiltrate basic information from the host system, such as IP address and username, and does not provide any legitimate functionality.
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If you have installed the helloharry123c package, you should uninstall it immediately using the command 'pip uninstall helloharry123c'.
Currently, there is no known safe version of the helloharry123c package. It is recommended to avoid using it altogether.
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