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GitHub disables npm auto-run scripts after worm exploit

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GitHub has disabled automatic script execution for npm packages, a feature that allowed packages to run code upon installation. This change was prompted by the exploitation of this functionality by the 'Shai-Hulud' worm, which used it to spread malicious code. The decision aims to enhance security within the npm ecosystem by preventing unauthorized code execution during package installation. AI

RANK_REASON A platform (GitHub) made a change to a tool (npm) to improve security.

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GitHub disables npm auto-run scripts after worm exploit

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    GitHub pulls pin on npm's auto-run scripts

    Shai-Hulud worm exploited exactly this. Better late than never, says everyone except the malware authors

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