Our threat research team recently uncovered new npm packages that are used to download a new info-stealer variant that uses the popular Electron framework to disguise itself as a legitimate application. In this blog post, we’ll analyze the attack flow of this new info-stealer we detected and explain how it can stay undetected by abusing trusted development tools like Electron.

As modern software becomes increasingly cloud-based and containerized, application security tools must adapt to meet new challenges and provide security coverage across the software development lifecycle (SDLC). The use of container platforms like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes inherently solves some security concerns – but containers are not without risk, and can even inject some new risks into your organization’s software.

Static application security testing (SAST) is a crucial component of any software and application security strategy, and as such, a SAST tool should form a valuable part of your security stack. But when you’re choosing which SAST tool to buy and implement, what are the key factors you should consider?

Brandjacking refers to the malicious act of using a brand’s identity to deceive or defraud customers. It usually involves impersonating a reputable brand to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or exploit the trust associated with the brand. Attackers often leverage the reputation of well-known brands using social engineering techniques, phishing emails, fake websites, and malicious packages in open source repositories.

Typosquatting represents a significant threat to cybersecurity. But what exactly is it? How does it work? What threats does it pose to your cybersecurity? How can you prevent these threats and how can you deploy application security against them?