MAL-2026-10685: Malicious code in trongridweb (PyPI)
The PyPI package 'trongridweb' version 0.0.1 is identified as malicious software designed to exfiltrate private keys, likely targeting cryptocurrency assets related to Tron (TRX). The package mimics legitimate libraries by cloning their readme files and has been repeatedly uploaded to PyPI under similar names. There are no known active exploitations in the wild at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'trongridweb' package on PyPI, specifically version 0.0.1, is classified as a malicious package with intent to steal private keys, a form of information theft. It is associated with a campaign named '2025-04-tronix' and targets cryptocurrency users by masquerading as a legitimate library. The package's behavior includes exfiltration of sensitive cryptographic material. No official patch or remediation is provided, and no known exploits have been observed in the wild.
Potential Impact
If installed, this package could lead to the theft of private keys, compromising the security and control of cryptocurrency assets for affected users. This could result in unauthorized access and potential financial loss. However, there is no evidence of active exploitation currently.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since this is a malicious package uploaded to PyPI, the primary mitigation is to avoid installing 'trongridweb' version 0.0.1 or any similarly named packages from untrusted sources. Users should verify package authenticity and prefer official libraries. There is no official patch or fix because the package itself is malicious and should be removed if found in any environment.
MAL-2026-10685: Malicious code in trongridweb (PyPI)
Description
The PyPI package 'trongridweb' version 0.0.1 is identified as malicious software designed to exfiltrate private keys, likely targeting cryptocurrency assets related to Tron (TRX). The package mimics legitimate libraries by cloning their readme files and has been repeatedly uploaded to PyPI under similar names. There are no known active exploitations in the wild at this time.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'trongridweb' package on PyPI, specifically version 0.0.1, is classified as a malicious package with intent to steal private keys, a form of information theft. It is associated with a campaign named '2025-04-tronix' and targets cryptocurrency users by masquerading as a legitimate library. The package's behavior includes exfiltration of sensitive cryptographic material. No official patch or remediation is provided, and no known exploits have been observed in the wild.
Potential Impact
If installed, this package could lead to the theft of private keys, compromising the security and control of cryptocurrency assets for affected users. This could result in unauthorized access and potential financial loss. However, there is no evidence of active exploitation currently.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since this is a malicious package uploaded to PyPI, the primary mitigation is to avoid installing 'trongridweb' version 0.0.1 or any similarly named packages from untrusted sources. Users should verify package authenticity and prefer official libraries. There is no official patch or fix because the package itself is malicious and should be removed if found in any environment.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10685
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a58b51b68715ace43db479d
Added to database: 07/16/2026, 10:40:27 UTC
Last enriched: 07/16/2026, 14:31:14 UTC
Last updated: 07/16/2026, 22:00:55 UTC
Views: 12
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