AI IntelligenceJul 12, 2026AI Intelligence
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A new threat called 'slopsquatting' exploits AI hallucinations to inject malware into software supply chains.
AI coding assistants generate code referencing non-existent libraries, which attackers then fill with malicious versions. Developers unknowingly grant access to their software from day one.
Data Cube AI EditorialSource: VentureBeat
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A new threat called 'slopsquatting' exploits AI hallucinations to inject malware into software supply chains. AI coding assistants generate code referencing non-existent libraries, which attackers then fill with malicious versions. Developers unknowingly grant access to their software from day one.
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