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Stories from across the site that focus on data exfiltration.
Malicious ModHeader Extension with 1.6M Installs Exfiltrated Browsing Data to Chinese Server
A trusted browser extension used by developers was found secretly stealing visited domains and sending encrypted data daily to a server linked to Chinese actors. Despite removal from official stores, existing installations remain a security risk.
Jul 14, 2026
How AI-Generated Malware is Changing Cybersecurity Defenses
AI-driven malware lowers entry barriers for cybercriminals, producing unique threats that evade signature detection and demand behavior-focused security strategies.
Jul 13, 2026
Malicious AI Extensions on VSCode Marketplace Expose Developer Data to China
Two AI-powered extensions on Microsoft's Visual Studio Code Marketplace have been found exfiltrating developer data to China-based servers, affecting approximately 1.5 million installations.
Jan 26, 2026