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Malicious PyTorch Lightning Package Exploits Supply Chain to Steal Credentials

A malicious version of the popular PyTorch Lightning package, downloaded over 11 million times, was found to contain a stealthy backdoor that steals credentials by silently executing a heavily obfuscated JavaScript payload. The compromised package, version 2.6.3, triggers the malicious routine automatically when imported, putting users at risk.

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PyTorch Lightning Targeted in PyPI Supply Chain Credential Heist

PyTorch Lightning Targeted in PyPI Supply Chain Credential Heist

Malicious actors have struck PyTorch Lightning with a supply chain attack, publishing two tainted package versions that automatically steal credentials when imported. The attack involves a sneaky _runtime directory with a downloader and obfuscated JavaScript payload.

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