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Hacking Humans
Security Breach in Open Source Software Development
Exploring a recent security breach where a backdoor was attempted to be inserted into a popular utility in Linux distributions, highlighting concerns about open source project security and the need for vigilance in code contributions. The chapter also delves into challenges in understanding obfuscated source code, the role of reverse engineering, and the risks associated with malware and nation-state sponsorship of attacks.
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