MalwarePublished 11 Mar 2026Updated 30 Oct 2026

collects (PyPI) · Malicious Code

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Malicious package : remove collects 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-2026-1341

What to do

Remove collects 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
PyPIcollects	Affected =1.0.1 =1.0.2 =1.0.3	Fixed in–

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Description

The PyPI package 'collects' versions 1.0.1, 1.0.2, and 1.0.3 contains hidden malicious code that executes upon import or use. This code downloads a secondary malicious script and runs a background process that periodically connects to a remote host to receive further commands. The package is obfuscated and designed to execute remote commands on the victim's machine, indicating clear malicious intent.

Impact

Systems that install or use the affected 'collects' package versions may have malicious code executed locally, leading to unauthorized remote command execution and potential data theft or system compromise. The persistent background process enables ongoing remote control by an attacker, increasing the risk of sustained malicious activity.

Defensive guidance

Users should immediately uninstall the affected versions 1.0.1, 1.0.2, and 1.0.3 of the 'collects' package from their environments. Avoid installing or using this package until a trusted, clean version is released. Monitor for any unauthorized processes or network connections related to this package and consider scanning affected systems for compromise.

Summary

The 'collects' package on PyPI, specifically versions 1.0.1, 1.0.2, and 1.0.3, includes concealed code that activates during import or usage. This code downloads additional malicious payloads and establishes a persistent background process that communicates with a remote server to receive and execute further instructions. The package employs obfuscation techniques and is capable of executing remote commands, likely within a limited scope, on infected systems. This behavior classifies it as malware with infostealer-like intent.

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