New ‘Rules File Backdoor’ Attack Exploits AI Code Editors to Inject Malicious Code
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a novel supply chain attack vector known as the “Rules File Backdoor,” targeting artificial intelligence (AI)-powered code editors such as GitHub Copilot and Cursor. This sophisticated technique allows hackers to covertly inject malicious code into software projects by manipulating the AI tools developers rely on daily. The discovery highlights a growing … Read more