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Infosec · socket.dev · Saturday, 20 June 2026

WebAssembly Stager Hides in Fake VS Code Extensions, Uses Solana for C2

Researchers uncovered GlassWASM, a TinyGo‑compiled WebAssembly stager embedded in two counterfeit Open VSX extensions. On activation the WASM module contacts the Solana blockchain for instructions, then fetches and runs PowerShell payloads, showcasing a novel supply‑chain attack that leverages blockchain as a dead‑drop C2.

Read the source: socket.dev ↗In the 20 June issue →