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The dangers of Python import and how enterprises can be safe

There's a not-so-hidden danger when using Python that you need to be prepared to deal with. All modern software development languages are modular, which means developers can break larger sections of ...
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'Culturestreak' Malware Lurks Inside GitLab Python Package

In what's becoming an all-too-common occurrence in the current threat landscape, security researchers have found yet another malicious open source package, this time an active Python file on GitLab ...
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Novel PyPI Malware Uses Compiled Python Bytecode to Evade Detection

In a new twist on software supply chain attacks, researchers have discovered a Python package hiding malware inside of compiled code, allowing it to evade ordinary detection measures. On April 17, ...
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What does the Python 'if name equals main' construct do?

Python's if name equals main construct provides a standard entry point to run scripts and standalone apps. Python has become a popular programming language due largely to its highly readable syntax ...