RUSTSEC-2023-0121 `libusb1-main` was removed from crates.io for malicious code
A malicious Rust crate executed arbitrary code on Windows hosts via typosquatting, requiring developers to avoid the removed package.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is RUSTSEC-2023-0121?
RUSTSEC-2023-0121 is a vulnerability in libusb1-main, published on 15 Nov 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
This crate was part of a typosquatting malware cluster published by the user
Kraded to run an arbitrary malware payload on Windows hosts.
This advisory is to retrospectively document this attempted attack. The version information and download records of the malicious crate are no longer available. The related malicious crates have been yanked, and the malicious account has been banned.
Which versions are affected by RUSTSEC-2023-0121?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including libusb1-main.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
libusb1-main crates.io | From 0.0.0-0 | None |
How do I fix RUSTSEC-2023-0121?
No fix has been published for RUSTSEC-2023-0121 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is RUSTSEC-2023-0121 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of RUSTSEC-2023-0121 in the wild and no public exploit code.