MAL-2026-6970: Malicious code in jsonschemavalid (PyPI)
The jsonschemavalid package version 4.26.0 on PyPI is a malicious clone of a legitimate package containing embedded reverse shell code. This reverse shell allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the victim's machine. The published malicious version connects to a private IP address, indicating it may not have been fully weaponized at the time of discovery. There is no known exploit in the wild, and no official patch or remediation guidance is provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The jsonschemavalid package version 4.26.0 is identified as a malicious clone containing obfuscated code that establishes a reverse shell connection. This backdoor enables remote command execution by attackers on systems where this package is installed. The reverse shell connects to a private IP address, suggesting limited or testing-stage deployment. This package impersonates a legitimate PyPI package, posing a supply chain risk. No CVSS score or vendor advisory is available, and no patch or fix has been indicated.
Potential Impact
If installed, the malicious jsonschemavalid package allows attackers to gain remote control over the affected system via a reverse shell, potentially leading to full system compromise. The presence of a reverse shell can enable unauthorized command execution, data theft, or further malware deployment. Since this is a supply chain attack vector, any environment that installs this package version is at risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available. Users should immediately uninstall version 4.26.0 of jsonschemavalid and avoid installing this package. Verify package integrity by using trusted sources and checksums. Monitor for any unexpected network connections to private IP addresses originating from systems with this package. Consider using package allowlists and supply chain security tools to prevent installation of malicious clones.
MAL-2026-6970: Malicious code in jsonschemavalid (PyPI)
Description
The jsonschemavalid package version 4.26.0 on PyPI is a malicious clone of a legitimate package containing embedded reverse shell code. This reverse shell allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the victim's machine. The published malicious version connects to a private IP address, indicating it may not have been fully weaponized at the time of discovery. There is no known exploit in the wild, and no official patch or remediation guidance is provided.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The jsonschemavalid package version 4.26.0 is identified as a malicious clone containing obfuscated code that establishes a reverse shell connection. This backdoor enables remote command execution by attackers on systems where this package is installed. The reverse shell connects to a private IP address, suggesting limited or testing-stage deployment. This package impersonates a legitimate PyPI package, posing a supply chain risk. No CVSS score or vendor advisory is available, and no patch or fix has been indicated.
Potential Impact
If installed, the malicious jsonschemavalid package allows attackers to gain remote control over the affected system via a reverse shell, potentially leading to full system compromise. The presence of a reverse shell can enable unauthorized command execution, data theft, or further malware deployment. Since this is a supply chain attack vector, any environment that installs this package version is at risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available. Users should immediately uninstall version 4.26.0 of jsonschemavalid and avoid installing this package. Verify package integrity by using trusted sources and checksums. Monitor for any unexpected network connections to private IP addresses originating from systems with this package. Consider using package allowlists and supply chain security tools to prevent installation of malicious clones.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6970
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4ed0c9d9e3dbe3287ba2
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:21:20 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:29:04 UTC
Last updated: 07/08/2026, 13:29:04 UTC
Views: 2
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