Post #1706625

Recent npm worms bring me to the question: What can developers and IT people do to reduce your risk of such issues? 1. Version Pinning & Lock Files Use npm ci instead of npm install to prevent unexpected version changes. Commit package-lock.json to version control and avoid floating version ranges (^, ~). 2. Package Verification Check signatures with npm audit signatures and use Provenance Attestation for verified builds. Wait 24-48 hours before adopting new versions - many attacks are detected in this window. Use tools like Socket, Snyk, or GuardDog to scan for malicious packages. 3. Account Security Enable 2FA with write protection for npm accounts. Avoid classic tokens - use short-lived OIDC tokens (e.g., via GitHub Actions). Secure your laptop with full-disk encryption and a password manager. 4. CI/CD Security Disable postinstall scripts in CI with --ignore-scripts. Segment secrets using the least-privilege principle - not every job needs access to all tokens. No system is perfect, but these steps make attacks much harder. And this isn't just about npm or Node.js. Supply chain risks exist in every ecosystem, including Rust and Cargo. Stay vigilant - and feel free to share your own best practices! #CyberSecurity #SupplyChainSecurity #DevSecOps #SoftwareDevelopment