SecuriTricks - supply-chain

Malicious NPM Packages Deliver NodeCordRAT

Three malicious npm packages were discovered in November 2025, designed to deliver and install a new RAT malware family named NodeCordRAT. The packages, bitcoin-main-lib, bitcoin-lib-js, and bip40, mimicked legitimate Bitcoin-related libraries to deceive developers. NodeCordRAT uses Discord for com…

supply-chain

credential-theft

Published: January 8, 2026

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Malicious VSCode Extension Launches Multi-Stage Attack Chain with Anivia Loader and OctoRAT

A malicious Visual Studio Code extension named 'prettier-vscode-plus' was discovered on the official VSCode Marketplace, impersonating the legitimate Prettier formatter. This extension served as the entry point for a multi-stage malware chain, starting with the Anivia loader, which decrypted and ex…

remote-access-toolkit

anivia

octorat

Published: December 4, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 8

Suspected Nation-State Threat Actor Uses New Airstalk Malware in a Supply Chain Attack

A new Windows-based malware family called Airstalk has been discovered, available in PowerShell and .NET variants. It is believed to be used by a nation-state threat actor in a supply chain attack. Airstalk misuses the AirWatch API for mobile device management to establish covert command-and-contro…

Published: October 29, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 6

Malicious PyPI Packages Deliver SilentSync RAT

Two malicious Python packages, sisaws and secmeasure, were discovered in the Python Package Index (PyPI) repository. These packages, created by the same author, deliver a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) called SilentSync. The RAT is capable of remote command execution, file exfiltration, screen capturin…

Published: September 19, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

"Shai-Hulud" Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack

A widespread software supply chain attack targeting the Node Package Manager (npm) ecosystem has been discovered, involving a novel self-replicating worm called "Shai-Hulud". The worm has compromised over 180 software packages, including widely used libraries. It operates by harvesting credentials,…

credential harvesting

Published: September 18, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 1

Self-replicating Shai-hulud worm spreads token stealing malware on npm

A self-replicating worm named Shai-hulud has been detected on the npm registry, spreading through compromised developer accounts and injecting malicious code into legitimate packages. The worm steals cloud service tokens, primarily targeting npm, GitHub, AWS, and GCP. It also installs Trufflehog to…

Published: September 16, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Widespread Data Theft Targets Salesforce Instances via Salesloft Drift - Hunting pulse

A widespread data theft campaign, conducted by UNC6395, targeted Salesforce customer instances through compromised OAuth tokens associated with the Salesloft Drift application. The actor systematically exported large volumes of data from numerous corporate Salesforce instances, focusing on harvesti…

supply chain

data theft

credential harvesting

Published: September 8, 2025

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2025-53690

Downloadable IOCs: 8

Supply Chain Risk in Python: Termcolor and Colorama Explained

A suspicious Python package named termncolor was discovered, which imports a malicious dependency called colorinal. This multi-stage malware operation leverages DLL sideloading to decrypt payloads, establish persistence, and conduct command-and-control communication, ultimately leading to remote co…

Published: August 16, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

NET RFQ: Request for Quote Scammers Casting Wide Net to Steal Real Goods

This intelligence analysis examines a widespread Request for Quote (RFQ) scam that exploits Net financing options to steal high-value electronics and goods. The scammers pose as procurement agents for legitimate companies, using stolen information and lookalike domains to appear credible. They requ…

social engineering

supply chain

business email compromise

Published: July 23, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 94

Stealthy GitHub Malware Campaign Targets Devs

A new campaign exploiting GitHub to distribute malicious Python code disguised as legitimate hacking tools has been uncovered. The operation, attributed to the group known as Banana Squad, used 67 repositories hosting trojanized files that mimicked benign open-source projects. The attackers exploit…

Published: June 19, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Clone, Compile, Compromise: Open-Source Malware Trap on GitHub

A newly identified threat actor, Water Curse, is exploiting GitHub to deliver weaponized repositories containing multistage malware. The group has been linked to at least 76 GitHub accounts, targeting cybersecurity professionals, game developers, and DevOps teams. Their malware enables data exfiltr…

Published: June 16, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

How Interlock Ransomware Affects the Defense Industrial Base Supply Chain

Interlock Ransomware has recently targeted National Defense Corporation and its subsidiaries, impacting the defense industrial base supply chain. The group's attack on AMTEC, a manufacturer of ammunition and explosives, has exposed sensitive information about global defense contractors and their su…

defense industrial base

national security

cmmc

geopolitical influence

intellectual property

Published: May 16, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 11

Lazarus APT updates its toolset in watering hole attacks

The Lazarus group has launched a sophisticated attack campaign dubbed 'Operation SyncHole' targeting South Korean organizations. The operation combines watering hole attacks with exploitation of vulnerabilities in South Korean software. At least six organizations in the software, IT, financial, sem…

apt

supply chain

south korea

vulnerability exploitation

Published: April 24, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

PoisonSeed Campaign Targets CRM and Bulk Email Providers in Supply Chain Spam Operation

A new threat group, dubbed PoisonSeed, is targeting enterprise organizations and individuals outside the cryptocurrency industry. The campaign focuses on phishing CRM and bulk email providers' credentials to export email lists and send bulk spam. The attackers use a cryptocurrency seed phrase poiso…

seed phrase poisoning

Published: April 7, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 45

Qilin affiliates spear-phish MSP ScreenConnect admin, targeting customers downstream

In January 2025, a Managed Service Provider administrator was targeted by a sophisticated phishing attack impersonating a ScreenConnect authentication alert. The attackers, affiliated with Qilin ransomware and tracked as STAC4365, used an adversary-in-the-middle technique to bypass multi-factor aut…

Published: April 1, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Call It What You Want: Threat Actor Delivers Highly Targeted Multistage Polyglot Malware

A highly targeted email-based campaign was identified, focusing on aviation and satellite communications organizations in the United Arab Emirates. The campaign utilized a compromised entity to send customized malicious messages, leading to the discovery of a new backdoor named Sosano. This malware…

Published: March 4, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Targeted activity UAC-0212 against developers and suppliers of automation and process control solutions

In 2024-2025, UAC-0212, a subcluster of UAC-0002 (Sandworm), launched targeted cyberattacks against Ukrainian critical infrastructure and related industries. The actor employed new tactics, exploiting CVE-2024-38213 to deliver malware through PDF documents. Tools like SECONDBEST, EMPIREPAST, SPARK,…

Published: February 26, 2025

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-38213 (CVSS 6.5)

Downloadable IOCs: 112

Unpacking the BADBOX Botnet

The BADBOX botnet, a newly discovered threat, targets Android devices, including high-end models like Yandex 4K QLED TVs. Over 190,000 infected devices have been observed, with malware often pre-installed from the factory or further down the supply chain. Using Censys, a suspicious SSL/TLS certific…

Published: February 5, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 19

Targeted supply chain attack against Chrome browser extensions

In December 2024, a threat actor successfully compromised around a dozen legitimate Chrome browser extensions by exploiting extension developers' permissions gained through phishing attacks. The malicious code injected into the compromised extensions aimed to harvest sensitive user data like API ke…

Published: January 22, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 80

Supply chain of Korean VPN service compromised

ESET researchers have uncovered a supply-chain attack against a South Korean VPN provider by a previously unknown China-aligned APT group named PlushDaemon. The attackers replaced the legitimate VPN installer with a malicious version that deployed their SlowStepper backdoor, a feature-rich implant …

Published: January 22, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

North Korean group targets nuclear-related organization with new malware

The Lazarus group has evolved its infection chain by targeting employees of a nuclear-related organization with a combination of new and old malware. The attack involved delivering malicious archive files containing trojanized VNC utilities and various malware strains including Ranid Downloader, MI…

Published: December 19, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2019-0859, CVE-2019-0797

Downloadable IOCs: 1

BADBOX Botnet Is Back

The BADBOX botnet, previously thought to be contained, has resurfaced with increased scope and sophistication. Recent findings reveal over 192,000 infected devices, including high-end Yandex 4K QLED Smart TVs and Hisense smartphones, expanding beyond the initially targeted off-brand Android devices…

Published: December 17, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 22

An NPM and PyPI Malicious Campaign Targeting Windows Users

Datadog Security Research has uncovered an ongoing supply chain attack targeting both npm and PyPi package repositories, tracked as MUT-8694. This campaign uses malicious packages to deliver infostealer malware to Windows users, leveraging legitimate services like GitHub and repl.it for payload hos…

Published: November 26, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 11

Fake North Korean IT Worker Linked to BeaverTail Video Conference App Phishing Attack

Unit 42 researchers identified a North Korean IT worker activity cluster, CL-STA-0237, involved in phishing attacks using malware-infected video conference apps. The cluster likely operates from Laos and exploited a U.S.-based SMB IT services company to apply for other jobs, securing a position at …

Published: November 15, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 6

Supply Chain Attack Using Ethereum Smart Contracts to Distribute Multi-Platform Malware

A sophisticated supply chain attack has been discovered targeting the NPM ecosystem. The malicious package 'jest-fet-mock' impersonates popular testing utilities and uses Ethereum smart contracts for command-and-control operations. This cross-platform malware affects Windows, Linux, and macOS, exec…

Published: November 5, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Cryptocurrency Enthusiasts Targeted in Multi-Vector Supply Chain Attack

A sophisticated malware campaign targeting cryptocurrency enthusiasts has been uncovered, utilizing multiple attack vectors including a malicious Python package on PyPI and deceptive GitHub repositories. The multi-stage malware, disguised as cryptocurrency trading tools, aims to steal sensitive dat…

Published: November 4, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 2

BORN Group Supply Chain Breach: In-Depth Analysis of Jenkins Exploitation

This analysis examines a substantial supply chain assault on the IT service provider BORN Group. The cybercriminal Intelbroker leveraged a vulnerability (CVE-2024-23897) to breach BORN Group's infrastructure, leading to the exfiltration of sensitive information from various clients. Furthermore, In…

supply chain

github

2024-08-23

Published: August 23, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-23897

Downloadable IOCs: 5

Persistent npm Campaign Shipping Trojanized jQuery

The report describes a persistent supply chain attack involving the distribution of a trojanized version of jQuery through various platforms like npm and GitHub. The malicious jQuery variant, containing a modified 'end' function, exfiltrates website form data by sending it to remote URLs controlled…

Published: July 10, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 67

Exposing Attack Operations Utilizing PyPI Against Windows, Linux and macOS Platforms

The report details the APT-C-26 (Lazarus) group's recent attack campaign utilizing malicious Python packages hosted on the PyPI repository to deliver payloads targeting multiple platforms including Windows, Linux, and macOS. It analyzes the attack flow, delivery methods, and malware components invo…

Published: July 8, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 28

Supply Chain Compromise Leads to Trojanized Installers

Rapid7 discovered that installers for Notezilla, RecentX, and Copywhiz hosted on conceptworld[.]com were trojanized to execute information-stealing malware. The malware can steal browser credentials, crypto wallet info, clipboard data, and keystrokes, as well as download additional payloads. Rapid7…

Published: July 1, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 27

Polyfill supply chain attack hits 100K+ sites

A malicious Chinese entity acquired control over the popular Polyfill JS open-source project and has been injecting malware into over 100,000 websites that embed the polyfill.io content delivery network. The malware redirects mobile users to a fraudulent sports betting site hosted on a domain imper…

Published: June 27, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 7

Malicious npm package targets AWS users

ReversingLabs' researchers discovered a malicious package named legacyreact-aws-s3-typescript on the npm repository. It mimicked a popular legitimate package, react-aws-s3-typescript, designed to facilitate file uploads to Amazon S3 Buckets. Initially, the package appeared benign, but a later versi…

Published: June 27, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 3

Uncovering Espionage Operations

This comprehensive analysis delves into the intricate tactics employed by a suspected China-nexus cyber espionage actor, UNC3886. The report unveils the group's sophisticated exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities and their deployment of rootkits like REPTILE and MEDUSA for persistent system acce…

Published: June 24, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2023-20867, CVE-2022-41328, CVE-2022-22948, CVE-2023-34048, CVE-2022-42475

Downloadable IOCs: 39

Fake Advanced IP Scanner Installer Delivers Dangerous Backdoor

Security researchers discovered a malicious version of the Advanced IP Scanner installer, which contained a backdoored DLL module. The compromised installer was distributed through a typo-squatted domain and appeared in search results for the legitimate software. When executed, the installer inject…

Published: June 6, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 11

CVE-2024-4978: Backdoored Justice AV Solutions Viewer Software Used in Apparent Supply Chain Attack

Rapid7 discovered that version 8.3.7 of the JAVS Viewer software from Justice AV Solutions contained a backdoor installer allowing attackers to gain remote control over affected systems. The malicious installer included a binary named fffmpeg.exe which executed obfuscated PowerShell scripts and fac…

credential harvesting

Published: May 24, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-4978 (CVSS 8.4)

Downloadable IOCs: 10

Tag: supply-chain

Attack reports

Malicious NPM Packages Deliver NodeCordRAT

Malicious VSCode Extension Launches Multi-Stage Attack Chain with Anivia Loader and OctoRAT

Bootstrap script exposes PyPI to domain takeover attacks

Shai-Hulud V2 Poses Risk to NPM Supply Chain

Shai-hulud 2.0 Campaign Targets Cloud and Developer Ecosystems

Water APT Multi-Stage Attack Uncovered

Build script exposes PyPI to domain takeover attacks

APT24 Pivot to Multi-Vector Attacks

Remote access, real cargo: cybercriminals targeting trucking and logistics

Suspected Nation-State Threat Actor Uses New Airstalk Malware in a Supply Chain Attack

Malicious PyPI Packages Deliver SilentSync RAT

"Shai-Hulud" Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack

Self-replicating Shai-hulud worm spreads token stealing malware on npm

Widespread Data Theft Targets Salesforce Instances via Salesloft Drift - Hunting pulse

Supply Chain Risk in Python: Termcolor and Colorama Explained

NET RFQ: Request for Quote Scammers Casting Wide Net to Steal Real Goods

Stealthy GitHub Malware Campaign Targets Devs

Clone, Compile, Compromise: Open-Source Malware Trap on GitHub

How Interlock Ransomware Affects the Defense Industrial Base Supply Chain

Lazarus APT updates its toolset in watering hole attacks

PoisonSeed Campaign Targets CRM and Bulk Email Providers in Supply Chain Spam Operation

Qilin affiliates spear-phish MSP ScreenConnect admin, targeting customers downstream

Call It What You Want: Threat Actor Delivers Highly Targeted Multistage Polyglot Malware

Targeted activity UAC-0212 against developers and suppliers of automation and process control solutions

Unpacking the BADBOX Botnet

Targeted supply chain attack against Chrome browser extensions

Supply chain of Korean VPN service compromised

North Korean group targets nuclear-related organization with new malware

BADBOX Botnet Is Back

An NPM and PyPI Malicious Campaign Targeting Windows Users

Fake North Korean IT Worker Linked to BeaverTail Video Conference App Phishing Attack

Supply Chain Attack Using Ethereum Smart Contracts to Distribute Multi-Platform Malware

Cryptocurrency Enthusiasts Targeted in Multi-Vector Supply Chain Attack

BORN Group Supply Chain Breach: In-Depth Analysis of Jenkins Exploitation

Persistent npm Campaign Shipping Trojanized jQuery

Exposing Attack Operations Utilizing PyPI Against Windows, Linux and macOS Platforms

Supply Chain Compromise Leads to Trojanized Installers

Polyfill supply chain attack hits 100K+ sites

Malicious npm package targets AWS users

Uncovering Espionage Operations

Fake Advanced IP Scanner Installer Delivers Dangerous Backdoor

CVE-2024-4978: Backdoored Justice AV Solutions Viewer Software Used in Apparent Supply Chain Attack