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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about post-install scripts focus on security risks in software supply chains, particularly in the npm ecosystem. Users analyze how malicious packages execute harmful scripts after installation, compromising developer environments. The tag covers real-world attack patterns, detection evasion techniques, and the importance of auditing dependencies. While not limited to Windows, these threads highlight cross-platform threats relevant to IT professionals managing development pipelines. The content emphasizes proactive measures like script review and package verification to prevent data theft and unauthorized access.
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    NPM Supply Chain Attack: How Malicious Packages Harvest Data & Threaten DevOps Security

    Amid growing concerns over open-source software security, a recent campaign targeting the npm ecosystem has underscored the persistent vulnerabilities in modern development pipelines. According to research by Socket’s Threat Research Team, a coordinated attack has seen at least 60 malicious npm...
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    • attack detection code injection cyberattack prevention cybersecurity dependency devops security malicious npm packages nodejs security npm registry vulnerabilities npm security open source risks package vulnerability post-install scripts reconnaissance security awareness security best practices software supply chain supply chain security threat detection threat intelligence
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