GlassWorm Malware Targets Developers Through OpenVSX Marketplace

GlassWorm Malware Targets Developers Through OpenVSX Marketplace

GlassWorm malware is exploiting the OpenVSX marketplace to target developers, highlighting the risks associated with third-party software repositories. Developers are urged to exercise caution when downloading extensions.
Oct 23, 2025 Actor: Unknown Sector: Software Development Region: Global
GlassWorm: A New Cyber Threat Targeting Visual Studio Code Developers

GlassWorm: A New Cyber Threat Targeting Visual Studio Code Developers

Researchers at Koi Security have identified a new cyber threat named GlassWorm that spreads through infected Visual Studio Code extensions. Utilizing invisible Unicode characters, this worm evades detection and employs the Solana blockchain for command-and-control operations.
Oct 22, 2025 Actor: Unknown Sector: Software Development Region: Global