At Impress IT Solutions, we stay on the pulse of cybersecurity threats that could impact businesses here in West Houston, especially those in the construction and manufacturing industries that rely on software development, cloud platforms, and automated tools. One of the latest threats making waves is a phishing campaign targeting users of the Python Package Index (PyPI)—a reminder that even backend tools used by developers can be weaponized against businesses.
🚨 The Threat: Fake PyPI Verification Emails
Recently, developers using PyPI have been receiving emails titled “[PyPI] Email verification”. These emails appear official but are sent from noreply@pypj[.]org—a lookalike domain meant to trick users into clicking a fake verification link. The site it leads to is a near-perfect clone of the real PyPI login page.
But here’s the clever (and dangerous) twist: when users enter their credentials, the phishing site passes the login data to the real PyPI server—so everything seems normal. There’s no failed login. No red flags. Just a stolen password and a compromised account.
🔧 Why This Matters to West Houston Businesses
Many local companies, especially in construction and manufacturing, are integrating more automation and software-driven processes. Whether it’s using Python-based tools for data analytics, project modeling, or system integrations, your teams may be unknowingly exposed to these types of attacks.
And that’s where Impress IT Solutions steps in.
🛡️ How Impress IT Solutions Protects You
Based right here in West Houston, we offer proactive IT managed services designed specifically for growing industries like construction and manufacturing. We help you:
  • 🔍 Identify and block phishing emails before they hit your team’s inbox.
  • 🔐 Deploy password management solutions and URL verification tools to prevent typosquatting scams.
  • 🛠️ Implement software update and authentication workflows that add layers of defense to developer and automation platforms.
  • 🧠 Train your staff to spot red flags and phishing attempts tailored to their roles.
🔄 Real-World Consequences
In a similar recent attack, hackers used a fake domain (“npnjs[.]com”) to impersonate npm, another development package platform. They harvested credentials and injected malware called Scavenger Stealer into seven open-source packages. This malware stole browser data, environment variables, and system info through a stealthy WebSocket connection.
These kinds of social engineering attacks are growing in sophistication—and they’re no longer just a threat to tech companies. Any organization using automation, custom software, or development tools is now a potential target.
✅ What You Can Do Right Now
If you or your team ever receives suspicious emails:
  • Double-check the domain name—letter by letter.
  • Use browser extensions that verify legitimate URLs.
  • Rely on password managers that only autofill on known websites.
  • Reach out to your IT partner (hopefully us!) before clicking any verification links.
If credentials have already been entered into a suspicious site, change your passwords immediately and inspect your account’s activity history.
💡 Final Thoughts from Impress IT Solutions
Our mission at Impress IT Solutions is to ensure construction and manufacturing companies in West Houston can work confidently, knowing their systems, credentials, and data are protected. Whether it’s phishing, malware, or zero-day vulnerabilities—we’ve got your back.
📞 Let’s talk today about securing your digital workflows.
Together, we can make sure your business thrives without falling prey to these evolving cyber threats.

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