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5 ways to spot software supply chain attacks and stop worms - before it's too late


A Dune-inspired worm recently hit CrowdStrike and npm, infecting hundreds of packages. Here's what happened - and how to protect your code.

It enables developers to install, manage, and share packages -- prebuilt pieces of reusable code called modules -- that their JavaScript or Node.js projects depend on. Sign, verify, and periodically review all software artifacts, ensuring updates come from trusted sources and build reproducibility is maintained. Test your response plan by simulating breaches and running incident drills, ensuring you're ready to react swiftly when threats arise.

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