Malicious code in tpintelcpuver (PyPI)
Summary
MAL-2023-7151: Malicious code in tpintelcpuver (PyPI). Affected versions are not published. 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 tpintelcpuver package is an open-source Python package available on PyPI. It is designed to provide information about the Intel CPU version. The package is commonly used in various Python projects to retrieve CPU information. However, the package has been found to contain malicious code.
Vulnerability Detail
The tpintelcpuver package has been compromised by the EsqueleSquad group, who published nearly 6000 malicious PyPi and NPM packages. These packages execute spyware and information-stealing malware. The specific vulnerability in tpintelcpuver allows the execution of malicious code, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, and other malicious activities.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall tpintelcpuverIf 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
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to take immediate action by removing the tpintelcpuver package and replacing it with a secure alternative.
Conclusion
The tpintelcpuver package has been compromised by the EsqueleSquad group, leading to the distribution of malicious versions of the package. To ensure the security of your project, it is crucial to remove the tpintelcpuver package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Regularly reviewing and updating the packages used in your project is also essential. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
See every vulnerability recorded for tpintelcpuver →
FAQ
tpintelcpuver is a Python package used to retrieve information about the Intel CPU version.
The tpintelcpuver package was compromised by the EsqueleSquad group, who published malicious versions of the package on PyPI.
The vulnerability in tpintelcpuver can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and the execution of malicious code on affected systems.
To protect your project, remove the tpintelcpuver package and replace it with a trusted alternative. Regularly update and review the packages used in your project to ensure they are from reputable sources.
There is no direct fix available for this vulnerability. The recommended action is to remove the tpintelcpuver package and replace it with a secure alternative.
