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Oct 28, 2022 · Information Security

Hidden Malware in Fake GitHub PoCs: Researchers Find 4,893 Malicious Repos

Researchers from the Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science analyzed over 47,000 GitHub repositories, uncovering that many fake proof‑of‑concept exploits conceal malware, with nearly 5,000 repositories deemed malicious and detailed case studies revealing hidden trojans, Cobalt Strike tools, and stealthy information stealers.