Malicious Code Detected in telebot-bot Package: Remote Control Vulnerability
Summary
MAL-2025-192942: Malicious code in telebot-bot (PyPI). Affects telebot-bot versions 0.2. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The telebot-bot package, available on PyPI, is designed for speed testing and includes a Telegram bot that allows users to perform remote control of their computers. While it offers useful functionalities, it has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant security risks to users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from a malicious campaign identified as '2025-10-speedd-testing-bot'. The telebot-bot package has been found to include a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that downloads and executes a remote malicious script. This could lead to unauthorized access to the user's system, data theft, and potential further exploitation of the compromised system.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall telebot-botIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, users should avoid using the telebot-bot package until a secure version is available. Additionally, ensure that your system's security software is up to date to help mitigate potential threats from the malicious code.
Conclusion
The telebot-bot package has been compromised with malicious code that allows remote control of users' computers. Immediate action is required to uninstall the package and protect systems from potential threats. Users are encouraged to monitor for updates and utilize tools like Vulert for ongoing vulnerability management.
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FAQ
The telebot-bot package is a Python library designed for speed testing and includes functionalities for remote control via a Telegram bot.
The vulnerability allows malicious actors to gain unauthorized access to users' computers, potentially leading to data theft and further exploitation.
If you have installed the telebot-bot package, you should uninstall it immediately and monitor for any updates or patches from the developers.
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