Clean GitHub repo tricks AI coding agents into running malware

An agentic coding tool tasked with cloning and setting up a seemingly benign GitHub repository could execute a malicious ...

Stealthy Mistic backdoor linked to ransomware access broker KongTuke

A new backdoor dubbed Mistic has been observed in financially motivated attacks targeting organizations in the insurance, ...
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I found the safest way to test apps on Windows—and I didn't need to install anything

Afam's experience in tech publishing dates back to 2018, when he worked for Make Tech Easier. Over the years, he has built a reputation for publishing high-quality guides, reviews, tips, and explainer ...
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Shai-Hulud malware compromises 23 npm packages

Shai-Hulud Strikes Again: 23 npm Packages Compromised in Multi-Stage Supply Chain Attack—Are Your CI/CD Pipelines Next? + Video Introduction The Shai-Hulud malware family—named after the giant ...