Malicious code in tppullsuperhttp (PyPI)
Summary
MAL-2023-7439: Malicious code in tppullsuperhttp (PyPI). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
tppullsuperhttp is a package available on PyPI that provides functionality for pulling data from a super HTTP server. It is commonly used in Python projects that require data retrieval from HTTP servers. However, this package has been found to contain malicious code, which can lead to the execution of spyware and information-stealing malware.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in tppullsuperhttp originates from a malicious package published by the EsqueleSquad group. This package, identified by the SHA256 hash 3515b1b21017aa632754f7fa95c012992071c544478f534b057842fa692be9ea, was introduced in version 0 of tppullsuperhttp. The malicious code can be triggered when using this version or any subsequent versions. The code can execute spyware and steal sensitive information from the affected system, posing a significant security risk.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall tppullsuperhttpIf 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 provided for this vulnerability. However, as mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section, removing the affected version of tppullsuperhttp and using a secure alternative package is the recommended course of action.
Conclusion
The presence of malicious code in tppullsuperhttp poses a significant security risk to systems using this package. It is crucial to remove the affected version and replace it with a secure alternative. Regularly updating and reviewing dependencies is also essential to mitigate the risk of similar vulnerabilities. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
tppullsuperhttp is a PyPI package that enables data retrieval from super HTTP servers. However, it has been found to contain malicious code in certain versions.
The malicious code can execute spyware and steal sensitive information from the affected system, posing a significant security risk.
The vulnerability affects version 0 of tppullsuperhttp and any subsequent versions.
To fix this vulnerability, remove the affected version of tppullsuperhttp from your project's dependencies and use a trusted alternative package for pulling data from HTTP servers.
Regularly update and review the dependencies in your project to ensure they are free from known vulnerabilities. Consider using tools like Vulert to monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software.
