Malicious npm Package Hid Its Loader in Runtime Code Before Removal

ON September 22, 2026, The Hacker News reported on a malicious npm package named "indexed-btree" which disguised its loader within runtime code prior to its removal. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about supply chain attacks and malware impacting software development ecosystems. The article underlines the need for vigilance in monitoring software dependencies to prevent similar threats in the future.