Crypto Sector Averts Crisis Following JavaScript NPN Assault
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Sep 09 2025Supply Chain Attack on NPM: A developer's NPM account was hijacked, leading to malicious updates in widely used JavaScript packages, potentially affecting billions of downloads and exposing major projects in the ecosystem.
Lucky Discovery Prevents Damage: The attack was thwarted due to a crash caused by outdated software, which revealed obfuscated code designed to steal crypto by swapping wallet addresses, highlighting the fragility of modern development and the effectiveness of phishing attacks.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
