Malicious code in tprandguilib (PyPI)
Summary
MAL-2023-7518: Malicious code in tprandguilib (PyPI). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
tprandguilib is a Python package available on PyPI. It is used for generating random numbers and sequences. The package provides various functions and classes for generating random numbers based on different distributions. It is commonly used in scientific and statistical applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The tprandguilib package has been found to contain malicious code. The code was introduced in version 0 and was discovered by the Checkmarx security team. The malicious code is part of a larger campaign by the EsqueleSquad group, which has published nearly 6000 malicious PyPi and NPM packages. These packages execute spyware and information-stealing malware. The specific impact of the malicious code in tprandguilib may vary, but it poses a significant risk to the security and privacy of systems that use this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall tprandguilibIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update to a secure version of the package as soon as possible.
Conclusion
The tprandguilib package on PyPI has been found to contain malicious code as part of a larger campaign by the EsqueleSquad group. This poses a significant risk to the security and privacy of systems that use this package. It is crucial to update to a secure version of the package and take appropriate actions to mitigate the potential impact of the malicious code. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
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The malicious code in tprandguilib can execute spyware and information-stealing malware. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, compromise of user credentials, and potential damage to the affected system.
At this time, there is no specific evidence of exploitation of this vulnerability in the wild. However, given the widespread distribution of the malicious packages by the EsqueleSquad group, it is important to take immediate action to mitigate the risk.
The best mitigation is to update to a secure version of the tprandguilib package. Additionally, it is recommended to regularly scan your system for any signs of compromise and follow security best practices to minimize the risk of exploitation.
For more information about this vulnerability and its impact, you can contact the Checkmarx security team at supplychainsecurity@checkmarx.com or visit their website at https://bit.ly/checkmarx-malicious-packages.
