They thought they were downloading Claude Code source. They got a nasty dose of malware instead

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They thought they were downloading Claude Code source. They got a nasty dose of malware instead

4 days ago· tech / security

They thought they were downloading Claude Code source. They got a nasty dose of malware instead

The Register reports that They thought they were downloading Claude Code source. They got a nasty dose of malware instead - Source code with a side of Vidar stealer and GhostSocksTens of thousands of people eagerly downloaded the leaked Claude Code source code this week, …. Other coverage to watch: Bleeping Computer.

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  • The Register - The Register emphasizes: They thought they were downloading Claude Code source. They got a nasty dose of malware instead ·
  • Bleeping Computer - Bleeping Computer emphasizes: Claude Code leak used to push infostealer malware on GitHub ·

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