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

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