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Malware Worm Disrupts 440 npm Packages in Four Hours

In a shocking display of speed and agility, a malware worm spread its reach to over 440 npm packages in just four hours, leaving a trail of compromised code in its wake. The attack began with a single GitHub maintainer account, specifically targeting the popular data management interface package keyv, which boasts over 600 million monthly downloads.

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Malware Worm Exploits npm Packages to Hijack Developer Tokens

Meet CanisterSprawl, a sneaky self-propagating worm that's compromising npm packages and using stolen developer tokens to spread its reach. This malware goes beyond just stealing credentials, turning one infected environment into a web of additional package compromises.

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