Shai-Hulud Returns: Over 300 NPM Packages Infected

Hacker NewsMonday, November 24, 2025 at 10:40:22 AM
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  • Over 300 NPM packages have been infected, attributed to a resurgence of the Shai
  • The infection of these packages poses a serious threat to developers and organizations relying on NPM for their projects, as it could lead to compromised applications and data breaches. The incident underscores the necessity for enhanced security measures in software dependencies.
  • This event reflects a broader trend of increasing cyber threats targeting software ecosystems, as seen in recent outages affecting major platforms like Cloudflare and Digital Ocean. The ongoing challenges in maintaining security in digital environments emphasize the need for robust security protocols and awareness among developers.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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