Cybersecurity researchers have discovered that entry points in various programming ecosystems, such as PyPI, npm, Ruby Gems, NuGet, Dart Pub, and Rust Crates, can be exploited for software supply chain attacks.

Attackers create malicious GitHub repositories with popular names and topics, using techniques like automated updates and fake stars to boost search rankings and deceive users.

The multi-stage and evasive malicious payload harvests passwords, credentials, and more dumps of valuable data from infected systems and exfiltrates them to the attacker’s infrastructure.

Attackers are using Starjacking and Typosquatting techniques to inject malicious code into open-source projects, compromising developers' systems and stealing sensitive data.

The malicious packages aim to steal sensitive data from systems, applications, browsers, and users. They also target cryptocurrency users by redirecting transactions to the attacker's account.

The Python package "Culturestreak" is a malicious software that hijacks system resources for unauthorized cryptocurrency mining. The package utilizes obfuscated code and random filenames to evade detection, making it a persistent threat.

A new vulnerability in GitHub's repository creation and username renaming operations could enable attackers to hijack popular repositories and distribute malicious code, posing a significant risk to the open-source community.

The attackers employed deceptive tactics such as creating fake LinkedIn profiles to appear credible and using customized command and control (C2) centers for each target, exploiting legitimate services for illicit activities.