Malicious Code Detected in terraform-binary-wheel Package - Vulnerability MAL-2025-6599
Summary
MAL-2025-6599: Malicious code in terraform-binary-wheel (PyPI). Affects terraform-binary-wheel versions 0.0.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The terraform-binary-wheel package is a Python library designed to facilitate the installation of Terraform binaries in a streamlined manner. It is commonly used in DevOps environments for infrastructure management. However, this package has been identified with a significant vulnerability that allows for the execution of malicious code, potentially compromising user systems.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as MAL-2025-6599 originates from a malicious version of the terraform-binary-wheel package (version 0.0.1). This version contains harmful code that can execute unauthorized actions on the user's system. The ramifications of this vulnerability include data theft, system compromise, and unauthorized access to sensitive information. Users who have installed this version are at risk and should take immediate action to mitigate potential damage.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall terraform-binary-wheelIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
Tip — Not sure whether your app is affected? Vulert can check the versions your app actually runs. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can uninstall the affected version of the terraform-binary-wheel package using the command: 'pip uninstall terraform-binary-wheel'. This will prevent the execution of any malicious code until a safe version is installed.
Conclusion
The terraform-binary-wheel package has been compromised with a malicious vulnerability (MAL-2025-6599) that poses significant risks to users. Immediate action is required to uninstall the affected version and update to a safe release. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing such vulnerabilities effectively.
See every vulnerability recorded for terraform-binary-wheel →
FAQ
The terraform-binary-wheel package is a Python library that simplifies the installation of Terraform binaries for infrastructure management.
This vulnerability involves malicious code embedded in version 0.0.1 of the terraform-binary-wheel package, which can execute harmful actions on user systems.
You can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
If you have installed version 0.0.1 of terraform-binary-wheel, you should uninstall it immediately and check for a patched version to install.
Vulert monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just the Pipfile.lock, ensuring you stay informed about potential risks.
