Malicious AI-made extension with ransomware capabilities sneaks on to Microsoft's official VS Code marketplace - so devs beware

A malicious extension was published on Microsoft’s official VS Code marketplace, and was able to remain there for some time ...
The Hacker News

Vibe-Coded Malicious VS Code Extension Found with Built-In Ransomware Capabilities

Cybersecurity researchers have flagged a malicious Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extension with basic ransomware capabilities ...
XDA Developers on MSN

I've only kept these 6 VS Code extensions after deep-cleaning the code editor

Besides its lightweight design and compatibility with all major operating systems, a massive collection of extensions is one ...
SecurityWeek

GlassWorm Malware Returns to Open VSX, Emerges on GitHub

The GlassWorm malware has reared its ugly head again in the Open VSX registry, roughly two weeks after being removed.
CSO Online

Vibe-coded ransomware proof-of-concept ended up on Microsoft’s marketplace

A suspicious Visual Studio Code extension with file-encrypting and data-stealing behavior successfully bypassed marketplace ...
Analytics Insight

Best Git Tools and Extensions Every Developer Should Use

Overview Git tools enable faster coding through visuals, AI, and smarter interfaces.Each tool is tailored based on the ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft open-sources VS Code Copilot Chat extension on GitHub

Microsoft has released the source code for the GitHub Copilot Chat extension for VS Code under the MIT license. This provides the community access to the full implementation of the chat-based coding ...
Visual Studio Magazine

Private Preview of GitHub Copilot Extensions Customizes AI Coding Assistance

GitHub introduced Copilot Extensions, providing customized AI assistance by integrating tools from partners like DataStax, Docker and Microsoft Azure directly into the Copilot interface. Announced as ...