Security researchers at Checkmarx uncovered how attackers can exploit entry points across multiple programming ecosystems, particularly focusing on PyPI, to trick users into executing malicious code.
Entry points, which expose package functionality, are vulnerable across various ecosystems including PyPI, npm, and Ruby Gems, leading to the execution of malicious code during command execution.
Attack methods identified include command-jacking, where attackers impersonate legitimate commands and plugins during the development process, posing a significant danger to software security.
A particularly effective attack method is command wrapping, where a malicious entry point is created around an original command, allowing the attacker to execute malware undetected.
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