Malicious code in tpvirtualcontrolcraft (PyPI)
Summary
MAL-2023-7704: Malicious code in tpvirtualcontrolcraft (PyPI). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
tpvirtualcontrolcraft is a package available on PyPI that provides virtual control craft functionality. It allows users to control virtual crafts and perform various actions. The package is widely used in the Python ecosystem for virtual control simulations. However, it has been discovered that the package contains malicious code.
Vulnerability Detail
The tpvirtualcontrolcraft package has been found to include malicious code introduced in version 0. This code is part of a larger campaign by the EsqueleSquad group, who published nearly 6000 malicious PyPi and NPM packages. The malicious code executes spyware and information-stealing malware. This poses a significant risk to users who install and use the affected versions of tpvirtualcontrolcraft, as their sensitive information may be compromised.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
pip uninstall tpvirtualcontrolcraftIf 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 non-affected version as soon as possible.
Conclusion
The tpvirtualcontrolcraft package on PyPI has been found to contain malicious code introduced in version 0. This code is part of a larger campaign by the EsqueleSquad group, targeting PyPi and NPM packages. Users of tpvirtualcontrolcraft are advised to update to the latest version that removes the malicious code to ensure the security of their applications. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
You can use the Vulert Playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your version of tpvirtualcontrolcraft is affected by this vulnerability. Simply enter your Pipfile.lock and it will provide you with real-time alerts for open-source vulnerabilities.
The malicious code in tpvirtualcontrolcraft can execute spyware and information-stealing malware. This can result in the compromise of sensitive information, such as login credentials, personal data, or intellectual property.
Yes, the maintainers of tpvirtualcontrolcraft have released a patched version that removes the malicious code. It is crucial to update to the latest version to ensure the security of your application.
Yes, the EsqueleSquad group has published nearly 6000 malicious PyPi and NPM packages. It is recommended to review your dependencies and ensure that none of the packages you are using are part of the malicious campaign.
For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact info@devnack.com. They can provide guidance and assistance in addressing the vulnerability in your application.
