Ciberseguridadlatam 14 Malicious npm Packages Deliver AI-Enabled Backdoor on Linux
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- •14 malicious npm packages identified, posing risks to Linux systems.
- •Packages deploy RedC2 4.0 backdoor, allowing remote access without user knowledge.
- •Trend Micro's TrendAI division is actively investigating and monitoring the threat.
TrendAI, a division of Trend Micro, has identified 14 malicious npm packages disguised as legitimate calendar and streak tracking tools. These packages deploy RedC2 4.0, a backdoor that operates silently in the background without user intervention. The affected systems are primarily Linux environments. The malicious packages were found in the npm repository, posing a significant risk to developers and organizations using these tools. Users who inadvertently install these packages may expose their systems to remote control and data theft. The incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with supply chain attacks in software development. TrendAI continues to monitor the situation for further developments.
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