Malicious code in govapkg (PyPI)
The govapkg package version 0.1.0 on PyPI contains malicious code that silently downloads and executes a remote executable. This executable establishes persistence by disguising itself as a system service and connects to a telegra.ph URL that advertises a Telegram channel. The package's behavior is clearly malicious, involving hidden actions within the library usage and persistence mechanisms.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The govapkg PyPI package version 0.1.0 includes functionality that downloads a malicious executable without user consent. This executable ensures persistence on the infected system by masquerading as a system service. It connects to a URL constructed from the template https://api.telegra.ph/getPage/whisperer-MM-DD, which serves content promoting a Telegram channel. This behavior classifies the package as malicious, with intent consistent with infostealers or similar threats. There is no CVSS score or known exploits in the wild reported for this threat.
Potential Impact
The malicious executable downloaded by the package can maintain persistence on the affected system, potentially allowing ongoing unauthorized access or control. The connection to a remote URL indicates possible command and control or data exfiltration activities. The presence of such malware can compromise system integrity and confidentiality.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available for govapkg version 0.1.0. Users should avoid installing or using this package. If already installed, remove the package and any associated malicious executables. Monitor systems for unauthorized services that may have been installed by this package. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory or PyPI security advisories for current remediation guidance.
Malicious code in govapkg (PyPI)
Description
The govapkg package version 0.1.0 on PyPI contains malicious code that silently downloads and executes a remote executable. This executable establishes persistence by disguising itself as a system service and connects to a telegra.ph URL that advertises a Telegram channel. The package's behavior is clearly malicious, involving hidden actions within the library usage and persistence mechanisms.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The govapkg PyPI package version 0.1.0 includes functionality that downloads a malicious executable without user consent. This executable ensures persistence on the infected system by masquerading as a system service. It connects to a URL constructed from the template https://api.telegra.ph/getPage/whisperer-MM-DD, which serves content promoting a Telegram channel. This behavior classifies the package as malicious, with intent consistent with infostealers or similar threats. There is no CVSS score or known exploits in the wild reported for this threat.
Potential Impact
The malicious executable downloaded by the package can maintain persistence on the affected system, potentially allowing ongoing unauthorized access or control. The connection to a remote URL indicates possible command and control or data exfiltration activities. The presence of such malware can compromise system integrity and confidentiality.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available for govapkg version 0.1.0. Users should avoid installing or using this package. If already installed, remove the package and any associated malicious executables. Monitor systems for unauthorized services that may have been installed by this package. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory or PyPI security advisories for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-11031
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a629b0d9c2644c7f8d861b8
Added to database: 07/23/2026, 22:51:57 UTC
Last enriched: 07/23/2026, 22:52:09 UTC
Last updated: 07/24/2026, 02:51:54 UTC
Views: 2
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