Search Results: SupplyChainSecurity

A critical vulnerability (CVE-2022-42889) in Apache Commons Text allows remote code execution via string interpolation, drawing parallels to the devastating Log4Shell flaw. Though less ubiquitous than Log4j, this 'Text4Shell' impacts versions 1.5 through 1.9 of the widely used Java library. Developers must immediately upgrade to patched version 1.10 to mitigate attack vectors exploiting default interpolator behavior.

Chainguard unveils EmeritOSS, a sustainable stewardship program providing stability-focused maintenance for foundational open source projects that have entered maintenance mode. The initiative addresses critical security risks highlighted by incidents like xz-utils while supporting organizations dependent on archived projects.

Attackers are increasingly weaponizing open source repositories with sophisticated malicious packages, rendering traditional security measures ineffective. New research reveals why signature scanning and reputation systems fail against modern supply chain threats—and what strategies might actually work.

A severe remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability has been discovered in a foundational Java logging library, putting countless enterprise applications and cloud services at immediate risk. Designated CVE-2021-44228 and dubbed 'Log4Shell,' the flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code via manipulated log messages. Security experts warn this poses one of the most critical supply chain threats in recent years due to the library's ubiquitous presence.

A sophisticated self-spreading malware called GlassWorm is actively compromising OpenVSX and VS Code extensions using invisible Unicode characters and blockchain-powered C2 infrastructure. The worm steals credentials, deploys remote access tools, and has infected over 35,800 installations via auto-updating extensions. This represents one of the most advanced supply-chain attacks ever seen in developer tooling.

New scans reveal 266,000+ internet-exposed F5 BIG-IP appliances as federal agencies scramble to patch critical vulnerabilities following F5's admission that nation-state hackers stole source code and exploit details. CISA mandates emergency updates amid fears of imminent attacks.