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Claude Code VS Code Extension Hijacked to Install Persistent SSH Backdoor

Researchers have uncovered a supply-chain attack involving the official Claude Code extension for Visual Studio Code. A compromised version of the extension was reportedly used to install a persistent SSH backdoor. The finding raises concerns about the security of AI coding tool distribution channels and developer environments.

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It warns developers using AI coding assistants about a concrete supply-chain compromise that can leave persistent remote access on their machines.

Researchers have uncovered a serious supply-chain attack involving the official Claude Code extension for Visual Studio Code. A compromised version of the extension was used […]
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