Malicious code in onsokets (PyPI)
Description
The PyPI package 'onsokets' version 0.1.0 contains malicious code designed for automated file exfiltration, targeting Android devices. This package is part of a campaign identified as 2026-10-proxyrubika, which has clear malicious intent related to information stealing.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'onsokets' package on PyPI, specifically version 0.1.0, includes code that facilitates automated exfiltration of files. This behavior classifies it as malicious software rather than a typical vulnerability. The campaign associated with this package targets Android platforms and aims to steal information by exfiltrating files from compromised systems.
Potential Impact
The presence of automated file exfiltration code in the 'onsokets' package can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data from affected Android devices. This compromises confidentiality and may result in data breaches or further exploitation depending on the nature of the exfiltrated files.
Defensive Guidance
No official patch or remediation is indicated. Users should avoid installing or using the 'onsokets' package version 0.1.0 from PyPI. Review and remove the package if already installed, and monitor for any suspicious activity related to file exfiltration on affected devices.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-18219
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
Threat ID: 6adbaad8d73cc49347b20709
Added to database: 10/23/2026, 18:43:36 UTC
Last enriched: 10/23/2026, 19:03:54 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 19:03:54 UTC
Views: 7
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