Fortinet’s AI-driven OSS malware detection system recently identified two malicious packages: Zebo-0.1.0 on November 16, 2024, and Cometlogger-0.1 on November 24, 2024. Malicious software often masquerades as legitimate code, hiding its harmful features behind complex logic and obfuscation.
In this analysis, Fortinet researchers examine the Python scripts behind these two packages, outline their malicious behaviors, and provide insights into their potential impact. The Zebo-0.1.0 script is a typical example of malware, with functions designed for surveillance, data exfiltration, and unauthorized control. It uses libraries like pynput and ImageGrab, along with obfuscation techniques, indicating clear malicious intent.
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Source: Fortinet
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