Malicious code in voxcpmeval (PyPI)
The PyPI package 'voxcpmeval' version 0.1.0 is identified as malicious software that masquerades as legitimate activity but actually deploys a cryptocurrency miner. This behavior classifies it as a malicious campaign with intent to exploit users' systems for unauthorized cryptomining.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'voxcpmeval' package on PyPI, specifically version 0.1.0, is a malicious package that pretends to perform legitimate functions but instead installs and runs a cryptominer. This campaign, labeled '2026-10-voxeval', is categorized as malicious due to its clear intent to deploy unauthorized cryptomining software on victims' systems. There is no CVSS score available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or remediation information is provided.
Potential Impact
Systems that install the 'voxcpmeval' package version 0.1.0 may be compromised by unauthorized cryptomining activity, which can degrade system performance, increase power consumption, and potentially expose the system to further compromise. The malicious package abuses user trust in PyPI packages to execute unwanted code.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users and administrators should avoid installing the 'voxcpmeval' package version 0.1.0 from PyPI. If already installed, remove the package and scan affected systems for cryptomining processes or related malicious activity. Since no official patch or fix is indicated, the best mitigation is to not use this package and rely on trusted sources. Monitor PyPI and vendor advisories for any updates or removal notices.
Malicious code in voxcpmeval (PyPI)
Description
The PyPI package 'voxcpmeval' version 0.1.0 is identified as malicious software that masquerades as legitimate activity but actually deploys a cryptocurrency miner. This behavior classifies it as a malicious campaign with intent to exploit users' systems for unauthorized cryptomining.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'voxcpmeval' package on PyPI, specifically version 0.1.0, is a malicious package that pretends to perform legitimate functions but instead installs and runs a cryptominer. This campaign, labeled '2026-10-voxeval', is categorized as malicious due to its clear intent to deploy unauthorized cryptomining software on victims' systems. There is no CVSS score available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or remediation information is provided.
Potential Impact
Systems that install the 'voxcpmeval' package version 0.1.0 may be compromised by unauthorized cryptomining activity, which can degrade system performance, increase power consumption, and potentially expose the system to further compromise. The malicious package abuses user trust in PyPI packages to execute unwanted code.
Defensive Guidance
Users and administrators should avoid installing the 'voxcpmeval' package version 0.1.0 from PyPI. If already installed, remove the package and scan affected systems for cryptomining processes or related malicious activity. Since no official patch or fix is indicated, the best mitigation is to not use this package and rely on trusted sources. Monitor PyPI and vendor advisories for any updates or removal notices.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-17465
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Ecosystems
- ["PyPI"]
Threat ID: 6ac13969a43b0b3b89d5fbac
Added to database: 10/03/2026, 17:20:41 UTC
Last enriched: 10/03/2026, 17:23:30 UTC
Last updated: 10/03/2026, 23:13:12 UTC
Views: 7
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