What are build config file attacks?

Stealth hacks injecting malware into files like next.config.mjs during PR merges, fetching persistent payloads from blockchains like BSC to steal secrets.

How to detect malicious code in GitHub PRs?

Scan configs with ESLint rules for suspicious fetches or Socket.io; review them first in PRs; use CI tools to block runtime anomalies.

Are open-source repos safe from PR exploits?

No — 30+ hit already. Mandate automated checks and contributor verification to lock it down.

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30+ Repos Compromised: Malicious Code Lurking in Overlooked Build Configs

Picture a thief stowing away in your pizza delivery box. That's how attackers are poisoning open-source repos via build config files in trusted PRs. Over 30 already compromised.

theAIcatchup Apr 09, 2026 3 min read

GitHub pull request diff showing hidden malicious code in a build config file like next.config.mjs

⚡ Key Takeaways

Attackers hide malware in overlooked build config files like next.config.mjs, exploiting GitHub PR UI blind spots. 𝕏
Over 30 repos compromised via trusted PRs from phished accounts, using BSC for untakedownable payloads. 𝕏
Fight back with automated scanning tools and AI-powered anomaly detection— the future of secure CI/CD. 𝕏

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