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Nearly 800 Malicious npm Packages Deliver Cross-Platform RAT and Infostealer
Nearly 800 malicious npm packages deliver a cross-platform RAT and infostealer, using WEL1DROPPER to target Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.
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A significant number of malicious packages have been discovered on the npm registry, a platform used for sharing and distributing open-source software. These packages, nearly 800 in total, have been identified as part of a coordinated campaign to deliver malware.
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