Malicious code in visapush (PyPI)
Summary
MAL-2023-7858: Malicious code in visapush (PyPI). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The visapush package is an open-source Python package available on PyPI. It is designed to provide functionality for interacting with the Visa Push Payments API. The package allows developers to send push payments using the Visa Direct API. It is widely used in various applications that require payment processing capabilities.
Vulnerability Detail
A vulnerability has been identified in the visapush package. The vulnerability is a result of the package being included in a list of nearly 6000 malicious PyPi and NPM packages published by the EsqueleSquad group. These packages contain spyware and information-stealing malware. The specific malicious code in the visapush package is not disclosed in the provided information, 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 visapushIf 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 mentioned in the provided information. The best course of action is to follow the recommended steps for fixing the vulnerability.
Conclusion
The visapush package has been found to contain malicious code as part of a larger list of malicious packages published by the EsqueleSquad group. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to the security and privacy of systems that use this package. It is crucial to take immediate action by removing the visapush package and scanning for any other malicious packages. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The visapush package is used for interacting with the Visa Push Payments API, enabling developers to send push payments using the Visa Direct API.
The vulnerability was discovered by the Checkmarx team, who identified the visapush package as part of a list of malicious packages published by the EsqueleSquad group.
The malicious code in the visapush package can execute spyware and information-stealing malware, potentially compromising the security and privacy of systems that use this package.
Yes, the recommended fix is to remove the visapush package from your project dependencies and scan for any other malicious packages from the EsqueleSquad group.
To ensure your project is not using any other compromised packages, it is advisable to update your project's dependencies to the latest versions from trusted sources.
