Malicious npm packages, CISA budget cuts, hackers exploit React2Shell

Malicious npm packages, CISA budget cuts, hackers exploit React2Shell

Author: CISO Series April 6, 2026 Duration: 8:58

36 Malicious npm packages exploited to deploy persistent implants

Hundreds of millions to be cut from CISA in proposed budget

Hackers exploit React2Shell in automated credential theft campaign

Check out our show notes here: https://cisoseries.com/cybersecurity-news-malicious-npm-packages-cisa-budget-cuts-hackers-exploit-react2shell/

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