XORIndex Malware: North Korean Hackers Target npm Registry in Ongoing Supply Chain Attack The open-source community faces a growing challenge: supply chain attacks are no longer rare events but persistent threats. Our latest blog unpacks how North Korean threat actors are exploiting the npm registry with a new malware loader, XORIndex, as part of their broader Contagious Interview campaign. This attack highlights how software dependencies—trusted by developers worldwide—can become backdoors for sophisticated adversaries. The evolving tactics underscore why securing the supply chain is no longer optional.

600+ Laravel Applications Vulnerable to Remote Code Execution Due to Leaked APP_KEYs on GitHub In today’s fast-moving development pipelines, even one leaked secret can turn a secure application into a breach waiting to happen. Security researchers recently uncovered a critical threat: over 600 Laravel applications are exposed to Remote Code Execution (RCE) attacks after sensitive APP_KEYs were found publicly leaked on GitHub. This key isn’t just a string—it’s a gateway into encrypted sessions, authentication flows, and sensitive application data. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of robust secrets management and secure development practices.