MalwarePublished 11 Mar 2026Updated 30 Oct 2026

collectables (PyPI) · Malicious Code

Affects collectablesSource GCVE Database

Malicious package : remove collectables and rotate any secrets on hosts that installed it.

Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 10:30 UTC

Classification

Malicious package

Published to PyPI · OSV MAL-2026-1342

What to do

Remove collectables from every project, lockfile and image that pulls it in. Treat any host that installed it as compromised: rotate the credentials, tokens and keys it could read, from a clean machine.

Affected software

Product	Affected	Fixed in
PyPIcollectables	Affected =1.0.3	Fixed in–

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Description

The PyPI package 'collectables' version 1.0.3 contains hidden malicious code that executes upon import or use. This code downloads secondary malicious scripts and runs a background process that periodically connects to a remote host to receive further commands. The package is designed to execute remote commands on the victim's machine, indicating clear malicious intent.

Impact

Systems that install and use 'collectables' version 1.0.3 are at risk of unauthorized remote code execution and persistent compromise. The malicious code can download and execute additional payloads, potentially leading to data theft, system manipulation, or further malware deployment. The background process maintains ongoing communication with a remote host, enabling continued control over the infected system.

Defensive guidance

Users should immediately uninstall 'collectables' version 1.0.3 and avoid using this package. Monitor for unusual network connections to remote hosts associated with this package's activity.

Summary

The 'collectables' PyPI package version 1.0.3 includes obfuscated code that runs automatically when the package is imported or used. This code downloads additional malicious payloads and establishes a persistent background process that connects to a remote server to await further instructions. The package's functionality includes executing remote commands, likely limited to a specific set, on the infected system. This behavior classifies it as malware with infostealing or remote control capabilities.

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