Backdoor Alert: Malware Found in Linux Compression Utility – What You Need to Know!
Austin, Texas – Researchers recently uncovered a backdoor intentionally inserted into xz Utils, a widely used open-source data compression utility across Linux and Unix-like operating systems. The discovery highlighted the potential risks of supply chain attacks, with malicious code hidden within a crucial component. The incident raised concerns about the security of software development processes and the need for vigilant oversight. The backdoor update, nearly merged into major Linux distributions, was thwarted by a vigilant …