MAL-2026-6971: Malicious code in tronhap (PyPI)
The PyPI package 'tronhap' version 0.0.1 is identified as malicious software designed for private key exfiltration. It is associated with a campaign targeting cryptocurrency-related users, specifically referencing Tron (TRX). The package may impersonate legitimate libraries by cloning their readme files and has been repeatedly uploaded to PyPI. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'tronhap' package on PyPI, version 0.0.1, is classified as a malicious package with intent to exfiltrate private keys, likely targeting cryptocurrency users. It is part of a broader campaign named '2025-04-tronix' and is noted for mimicking legitimate packages to deceive users. No official patch or remediation is provided, and no known exploitation has been reported.
Potential Impact
If installed, the package could compromise private keys, leading to potential theft of cryptocurrency assets or unauthorized access. The malicious intent is clear, but no active exploitation has been documented.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should avoid installing the 'tronhap' package, especially version 0.0.1. Remove any installations of this package immediately. Since no official patch or fix exists, prevention by blocking or auditing package installations from untrusted sources is recommended.
MAL-2026-6971: Malicious code in tronhap (PyPI)
Description
The PyPI package 'tronhap' version 0.0.1 is identified as malicious software designed for private key exfiltration. It is associated with a campaign targeting cryptocurrency-related users, specifically referencing Tron (TRX). The package may impersonate legitimate libraries by cloning their readme files and has been repeatedly uploaded to PyPI. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'tronhap' package on PyPI, version 0.0.1, is classified as a malicious package with intent to exfiltrate private keys, likely targeting cryptocurrency users. It is part of a broader campaign named '2025-04-tronix' and is noted for mimicking legitimate packages to deceive users. No official patch or remediation is provided, and no known exploitation has been reported.
Potential Impact
If installed, the package could compromise private keys, leading to potential theft of cryptocurrency assets or unauthorized access. The malicious intent is clear, but no active exploitation has been documented.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should avoid installing the 'tronhap' package, especially version 0.0.1. Remove any installations of this package immediately. Since no official patch or fix exists, prevention by blocking or auditing package installations from untrusted sources is recommended.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-6971
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a4e4ed0c9d9e3dbe3287ba5
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 13:21:20 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 13:29:10 UTC
Last updated: 07/09/2026, 02:28:06 UTC
Views: 2
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