`exploration` was removed from crates.io for malicious code
Affects explorationSource GCVE Database
Rated by Threat Radar
Data as of 13 Jul 2026, 09:19 UTC
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| crates.ioexploration | Affected– | Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
The malicious crate was removed from crates.io shortly after publication. Users should ensure they do not use or depend on the 'exploration' crate. Vigilance when adding new dependencies is recommended.
Description
A method within the `exploration` crate attempted to download and execute a payload from a remote site. The malicious crate had 1 version published on 2026-06-02, approximately 1 hour before removal, and had no evidence of actual usage. This crate had no dependencies on crates.io. Rustsec to Kirill Boychenko from the [Socket Threat Research Team](https://socket.dev/) for reporting this crate.