Open source packages hit by Miasma malware via AI coding agents

MICROSOFT faced a critical security incident where 73 of its open source packages were compromised, embedding advanced credential-stealing code. This malware, identified as Miasma, is activated when developers use AI coding agents. The attack reflects a second breach within a month and poses significant risks, including the theft of credentials across cloud environments. It signifies a sophisticated approach, exploiting the trust in development workflows rather than software vulnerabilities. Developers are urged to assume compromise and review their systems if they interacted with the affected packages.