Malicious code in media-manager5 (PyPI)
Description
The PyPI package media-manager5 version 0.1.0 contains malicious code that installs a persistent job on the victim's machine. This allows attackers to exfiltrate files and execute remote commands, effectively acting as a remote access trojan (RAT). The package is designed with clear malicious intent, including persistence mechanisms and limited remote command execution capabilities.
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Technical Analysis
The media-manager5 package (version 0.1.0) on PyPI installs a persistent job enabling attackers to exfiltrate files and execute remote code on the victim's system. The malicious code includes persistence and autorun features, allowing continued unauthorized access. The package functions as a remote access trojan (RAT) with capabilities for limited remote command execution and data theft.
Potential Impact
An attacker who installs this package can maintain persistent access to the victim's machine, exfiltrate sensitive files, and execute remote commands, potentially compromising system confidentiality and integrity.
Defensive Guidance
No official patch or remediation is available. Users should avoid installing media-manager5 version 0.1.0 from PyPI. Remove the package if already installed and conduct a thorough system inspection for persistence mechanisms and unauthorized access.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-17753
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
Threat ID: 6acaadb92cdf04f65651527a
Added to database: 10/10/2026, 21:27:21 UTC
Last enriched: 10/10/2026, 21:41:17 UTC
Last updated: 10/10/2026, 21:41:17 UTC
Views: 7
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