Malicious code in pyhttpxhelp (PyPI) - MAL-2024-5722
Summary
MAL-2024-5722: Malicious code in pyhttpxhelp (PyPI). Affects pyhttpxhelp versions 1.3.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
pyhttpxhelp is a package available on PyPI that provides help and documentation for the pyhttpx library. It is designed to assist developers in understanding and utilizing the features of pyhttpx. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in the package that allows for the inclusion of malicious code.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability, identified as MAL-2024-5722, originates from a specific version of pyhttpxhelp (1.3.0) available on PyPI. The package contains malicious code that can be executed when the package is installed or used. This code can potentially compromise the security and integrity of the system on which it is installed. It is crucial to note that only the version 1.3.0 of pyhttpxhelp is affected by this vulnerability.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall pyhttpxhelpIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. However, users can mitigate the risk by following the recommended steps to fix the issue.
Conclusion
The pyhttpxhelp package on PyPI has been found to contain malicious code in version 1.3.0. This vulnerability can lead to security breaches and compromise the integrity of systems. Users are advised to update to a newer version of the package and regularly update their dependencies to mitigate the risk. Additionally, implementing a vulnerability monitoring tool like Vulert can help identify and address potential vulnerabilities in software.
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FAQ
pyhttpxhelp is a package available on PyPI that provides help and documentation for the pyhttpx library.
The vulnerability allows for the inclusion of malicious code, which can compromise the security and integrity of the system.
Only version 1.3.0 of pyhttpxhelp is affected by this vulnerability.
To fix this vulnerability, remove or avoid using version 1.3.0 of pyhttpxhelp and update to a newer version that does not contain the malicious code.
Regularly update packages and dependencies to ensure the latest security patches are applied. Additionally, consider using a vulnerability monitoring tool like Vulert to stay informed about potential vulnerabilities in your software.
