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MALFEX npm Package 'imgdecode' Hides Shellcode Loader in Windows Native Addon

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a malicious npm package that's part of a recently disclosed software supply chain attack campaign dubbed MALFEX. The package, named "imgdecode," was uploaded to the package registry on September 30, 2026, by a user named "malfexteste8." It has been downloaded 979 times as of writing and is still available on npm as of writing. The latest version of

The Hacker News · October 17, 2026

Valve’s virtual reality plans hit actual reality

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Tech Sep 14, 2026

The best deals from Nintendo’s ‘customer appreciation’ sale

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Learning Sep 14, 2026

How to Design Gifting Features People Actually Use: Evidence from 58 Apps

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Tech Sep 14, 2026

macOS 27 is available now

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Tech Sep 14, 2026

Apple releases iOS 27 with Siri AI overhaul

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Marketing & SEO Sep 14, 2026

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