Malicious Code Found in Popular Software Libraries Puts Developers at Risk
The Rise of Malicious Code In recent years, malicious code has been discovered in numerous popular software libraries, putting developers and organizations at risk. The surge in malicious code discovery can be attributed to several factors. Economic Motivation: Malicious actors often inject malware into software libraries as a means to generate revenue through fraudulent activities such as click fraud or ad injection. By targeting popular libraries, attackers can reach a large number of users and increase their chances of making a profit....