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MAL-2026-6959: Malicious code in proton_pfff (crates.io)

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High
Published: 07/08/2026 (07/08/2026, 00:55:46 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: proton-pfff

Description

The 'proton-pfff' package version 99.99.5 on crates.io has been identified as malicious. It communicates with domains linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.

Affected software

crates.ioghsa
proton-pfff
Affected versions
=99.99.5

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/08/2026, 13:35:59 UTC

Technical Analysis

The OpenSSF Package Analysis project flagged 'proton-pfff' version 99.99.5 as malicious due to its communication with domains tied to malicious activity and execution of commands indicative of malicious intent. This package is distributed via crates.io and is considered a supply chain threat. No CVSS score or detailed vulnerability metrics are provided, and no vendor advisory or patch information is available.

Potential Impact

Use of 'proton-pfff' version 99.99.5 may result in execution of malicious commands and communication with malicious domains, potentially compromising systems that incorporate this package. The exact impact depends on the commands executed and the nature of the external communication, but it represents a direct security risk due to its malicious behavior.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or remediation guidance is available. Users should avoid using 'proton-pfff' version 99.99.5 and remove it from their projects if present. Monitor for updates from the package maintainer or crates.io for any official advisories or removals.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-6959
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
[]
Ecosystems
["crates.io"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a4e4ee0c9d9e3dbe3289237

Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:21:36 UTC

Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:35:59 UTC

Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:35:59 UTC

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