Security News > 2025 > April > Developers Beware: Slopsquatting & Vibe Coding Can Increase Risk of AI-Powered Attacks

2025-04-16 19:09
Slopsquatting and vibe coding are fueling a new wave of AI-driven cyberattacks, exposing developers to hidden risks through fake, hallucinated packages.
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https://www.techrepublic.com/article/news-slopsquatting-vide-coding-ai-cybersecurity-risk/
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