Python

PyPI Issues Advisory to Prevent ZIP Parser Confusion Attacks on Python Package Installers

The Python Package Index (PyPI) has announced new restrictions aimed at mitigating ZIP parser confusion attacks that could exploit discrepancies…

1 year ago

Lazarus Hackers Weaponize 234 npm and PyPI Packages to Infect Developers

Sonatype’s automated detection systems have uncovered an expansive and ongoing infiltration of the global open-source ecosystem by the notorious Lazarus…

1 year ago

PyPI Blocks Inbox.ru Domains After 1,500+ Fake Package Uploads

The Python Package Index (PyPI) has implemented an administrative block on the inbox.ru email domain, prohibiting its use for new…

1 year ago

Malicious Passlib Python Package Triggers Windows Shutdowns with Invalid Inputs

A deceptive and destructive Python package named psslib, uncovered by Socket’s Threat Research Team, poses a severe risk to developers…

1 year ago

Hackers Exploit Cloudflare Tunnels to Infect Windows Systems With Python Malware

A sophisticated malware campaign dubbed SERPENTINE#CLOUD has emerged, leveraging Cloudflare Tunnel infrastructure to deliver Python-based malware to Windows systems across…

1 year ago

Hackers Upload Weaponized Packages to PyPI Repositories to Steal AWS Tokens and Sensitive Data

The JFrog Security Research team has uncovered a sophisticated malicious package named "chimera-sandbox-extensions" on the Python Package Index (PyPI), a…

1 year ago

Beware of Instagram Growth Tools Stealing Login Credentials and Sending Them to Attackers

A discovery by Socket's Threat Research Team has unveiled a malicious Python package named imad213, masquerading as an Instagram growth…

1 year ago

New PyPI Supply Chain Attacks Target Python and NPM Users on Windows and Linux

Checkmarx Zero researcher Ariel Harush has uncovered a sophisticated malicious package campaign targeting Python and NPM users across Windows and…

1 year ago

Weaponized PyPI Package Executes Supply Chain Attack to Steal Solana Private Keys

A chilling discovery by Socket’s Threat Research Team has exposed a meticulously crafted supply chain attack on the Python Package…

1 year ago

Threat Actors Weaponize Fake AI-Themed Websites to Deliver Python-based infostealers

Mandiant Threat Defense has uncovered a malicious campaign orchestrated by the threat group UNC6032, which capitalizes on the global fascination…

1 year ago