MalwarePublished 4 Feb 2026Updated 30 Oct 2026

tablescene (PyPI) · Malicious Code

Affects tablesceneSource GCVE Database

Malicious package : remove tablescene and rotate any secrets on hosts that installed it.

Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 10:22 UTC

Classification

Malicious package

Published to PyPI · OSV MAL-2026-738

What to do

Remove tablescene 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
PyPItablescene	Affected =1.0.3 =1.0.4	Fixed in–

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Description

The PyPI package 'tablescene' versions 1.0.3 and 1.0.4 contain hidden malicious code that executes upon import or use. This code downloads additional malicious scripts and runs a background process that periodically connects to a remote host to receive and execute further commands. The package exhibits obfuscation and remote command execution capabilities, indicating clear malicious intent.

Impact

Systems that install or use the affected 'tablescene' package versions may have malicious code executed locally, leading to unauthorized remote command execution and potential persistent compromise. The background process can receive and execute additional malicious instructions, increasing the risk of data theft, system manipulation, or further malware deployment.

Defensive guidance

Avoid using the affected versions 1.0.3 and 1.0.4 of the 'tablescene' package. Remove these versions if installed. Monitor for any unexpected background processes and network connections related to this package.

Summary

The 'tablescene' package on PyPI, specifically versions 1.0.3 and 1.0.4, contains embedded malicious code that activates during import or usage. This code downloads a second-stage payload and establishes a persistent background process that connects to a remote server to await further instructions. The package uses obfuscation techniques and can execute remote commands on the victim's machine, likely limited to a predefined set. This behavior classifies it as malware with clear intent to compromise affected systems.

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AI analysisMachine-generated, updated 30 Oct 2026, 10:22 UTC

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