The FortiGuard Labs team has identified a malicious PyPI package affecting all platforms where PyPI packages can be installed.
This discovery poses a significant risk to individuals and institutions that have installed these packages, potentially leading to the leakage of credentials and sensitive information. Given the high severity of this threat, it is crucial to focus on this specific PyPI package. This report discusses its potential impacts and emphasizes the importance of diligent security practices in managing software dependencies.
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Source: Fortinet
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