Malicious code in pyjstat-smooth (PyPI)
The pyjstat-smooth package on PyPI contains malicious code designed to exfiltrate specific files from a user's machine. The file paths targeted suggest the malware was intended for use in a Capture The Flag (CTF)-like environment. This package is a clone of a legitimate package but includes obfuscated code with clear malicious intent to steal information.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The pyjstat-smooth package includes hidden code that exfiltrates files from infected systems. The targeted file paths indicate a focus on environments similar to CTF challenges. The package uses obfuscation techniques and impersonates a legitimate package to evade detection. This campaign is categorized as malicious with intent to steal data, but there is no indication of active exploitation in the wild or a CVSS score.
Potential Impact
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized data exfiltration from affected systems, potentially compromising sensitive information. The targeted nature of the file paths suggests a focused attack scenario rather than broad indiscriminate infection. There is no evidence of widespread exploitation currently.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is provided. Users should immediately uninstall the pyjstat-smooth package versions listed as affected and avoid installing packages from untrusted sources. Verify package authenticity before installation, especially for packages that clone legitimate ones. Monitor for suspicious network activity related to file exfiltration.
Malicious code in pyjstat-smooth (PyPI)
Description
The pyjstat-smooth package on PyPI contains malicious code designed to exfiltrate specific files from a user's machine. The file paths targeted suggest the malware was intended for use in a Capture The Flag (CTF)-like environment. This package is a clone of a legitimate package but includes obfuscated code with clear malicious intent to steal information.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The pyjstat-smooth package includes hidden code that exfiltrates files from infected systems. The targeted file paths indicate a focus on environments similar to CTF challenges. The package uses obfuscation techniques and impersonates a legitimate package to evade detection. This campaign is categorized as malicious with intent to steal data, but there is no indication of active exploitation in the wild or a CVSS score.
Potential Impact
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized data exfiltration from affected systems, potentially compromising sensitive information. The targeted nature of the file paths suggests a focused attack scenario rather than broad indiscriminate infection. There is no evidence of widespread exploitation currently.
Defensive Guidance
No official patch or remediation is provided. Users should immediately uninstall the pyjstat-smooth package versions listed as affected and avoid installing packages from untrusted sources. Verify package authenticity before installation, especially for packages that clone legitimate ones. Monitor for suspicious network activity related to file exfiltration.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-16267
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
Threat ID: 6aac8ddc55bf5e2cf548ff2f
Added to database: 09/18/2026, 01:03:24 UTC
Last enriched: 09/18/2026, 01:22:54 UTC
Last updated: 09/18/2026, 02:01:24 UTC
Views: 2
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