Thecyberexpress Shai-Hulud Malware Infects npm Packages, Compromising Thousands of Repositories
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A new wave of the Shai-Hulud malware has compromised nearly 500 npm packages, affecting over 26,000 GitHub repositories. This self-replicating worm, which targets developers' credentials and secrets, has been linked to a significant supply chain attack that began in late November 2025. The malware has evolved from its initial version, employing improved tactics for propagation and data exfiltration.
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